August weather forecast
Athol, New Zealand

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the winter in Athol, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min -1.8°C (28.8°F) and max 5.3°C (41.5°F).

Temperature

Shifting into August, Athol records an average high-temperature of a still icy 5.3°C (41.5°F), presenting minor fluctuations compared to the previous month. Athol witnesses an average low-temperature of -1.8°C (28.8°F) throughout the month of August.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Athol is 89%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout August, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is accumulated. In Athol, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.7 days and collects up to 617mm (24.29") of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through November are months with snowfall in Athol. In August, it is snowing for 2.4 days. Throughout August, 45mm (1.77") of snow is accumulated. In Athol, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.1 days and aggregates up to 223mm (8.78") of snow.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 10h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:40 pm. On the last day of August, in Athol, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:15 pm NZST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Athol is 6.6h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is August cold in Athol?
In Athol, 5.3°C (41.5°F) is the average high-temperature and -1.8°C (28.8°F) is the average low-temperature during August.
What is the average humidity in August in Athol?
The average relative humidity in August in Athol is 89%.
How many days does it rain in August in Athol?
In Athol, New Zealand, during August, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 38mm (1.5") of precipitation.
How much does it snow in Athol in August?
In Athol, New Zealand, in August, during 2.4 snowfall days, 45mm (1.77") of snow is typically accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in August in Athol?
The average day length in August in Athol is 10h and 16min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Athol?
In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:15 pm NZST.
How many hours of sunshine does Athol have in August?
The average sunshine duration in August is 6.6h.
How high is the UV index in August in Athol?
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Athol, New Zealand, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August - Athol, New Zealand
Average temperature in August
Athol, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in August: 5.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (17°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (3.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: -1.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (6.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-2.4°C).

Average pressure in August - Athol, New Zealand
Average pressure in August
Athol, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in August: 1011.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1010.6mbar).

Average wind speed in August - Athol, New Zealand
Average wind speed in August
Athol, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and August (8.4km/h).

Average humidity in August - Athol, New Zealand
Average humidity in August
Athol, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in August: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (76%).

Average rainfall in August - Athol, New Zealand
Average rainfall in August
Athol, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in August: 38mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (71mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (29mm).

Average rainfall days in August - Athol, New Zealand
Average rainfall days in August
Athol, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (10.9 days).

Average snowfall in August - Athol, New Zealand
Average snowfall in August
Athol, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in August: 45mm

The month with the highest snowfall is July (51mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August - Athol, New Zealand
Average snowfall days in August
Athol, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in August: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is July (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January and February (0 days).

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Athol, New Zealand
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Athol, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in August: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August - Athol, New Zealand
Average sunshine days in August
Athol, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8.5 days).

Average UV index in August - Athol, New Zealand
Average UV index in August
Athol, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in August: 2

The months with the highest UV index are January and December (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are May and July (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August - Athol, New Zealand
Average cloud cover in August
Athol, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in August: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in August - Athol, New Zealand
Average visibility in August
Athol, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in August: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are January and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July and August (7km).

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