August weather - Winter 2023 - Auckland, New Zealand

Weather in August
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Average pressure in August
Average wind speed in August
Average humidity in August
Average rainfall in August
Average rainfall days in August
Average sea temperature in August
Average daylight in August
Average sunshine in August
Average sunshine days in August
Average UV index in August
Average cloud cover in August
Average visibility in August

The city of Auckland, New Zealand, viewed across the water early morning

Weather in August

August represents the last phase of winter in Auckland and sets the foundation for the forthcoming spring. The sea temperatures start to rise slowly, reaching 14.7°C. The weather continues to be windy and rainy, with only a slight decrease from July's totals. With daylight hours beginning to lengthen, the month suggests an imminent seasonal transition. Auckland embraces this change with various indoor and outdoor activities.

Temperature

Auckland in August witnesses an average high-temperature of a still moderate 14.4°C, indicating a slight variation from July's 13.8°C. Auckland's nights in August maintain a consistent average of 10.6°C, demonstrating a minimal differential from its daytime temperature.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Auckland are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Auckland, in August, during 18.9 rainfall days, 67mm of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Auckland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 186.5 days and collects up to 625mm of precipitation.

Sea temperature

August is the month with the coldest seawater, with an average sea temperature of 14.7°C.
Note: Swimming in 14.7°C can be lethal. Merely spending a few minutes in 13°C waters feels harsh, and venturing below 10°C might disrupt breathing control and bring about cold shock, contingent on individual resilience.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 10h and 44min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:59 pm NZST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.4h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year in Auckland, New Zealand.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 4 in August interprets into the following advice:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.

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FAQ

What are the temperatures in Auckland in August?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Auckland during August are 14.4°C and 10.6°C respectively.

What is the most humid month in Auckland?

The months with the highest humidity are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in August in Auckland?

The average relative humidity in August in Auckland is 79%.

How many days does it rain in August in Auckland?

In Auckland, in August, during 18.9 rainfall days, 67mm of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What month is the sea coldest in Auckland?

The month with the coldest seawater in Auckland is August, with an average sea temperature of 14.7°C.

What is the water temperature in August in Auckland?

In Auckland, the average seawater temperature in August is 14.7°C. At temperatures below 10°C, swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C is not comfortable.

What is the average length of the day in August in Auckland?

In August, the average day length in Auckland, New Zealand, is 10h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Auckland?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:59 pm NZST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Auckland?

The month with the least sunshine in Auckland is August, with an average of 6.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in Auckland?

In Auckland, the average sunshine duration in August is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in August in Auckland?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Auckland is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J August S O N D

Jul

August

Sep

Average high temperature

13.8°C

14.4°C

14.8°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

19.5km/h

18.5km/h

19.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

18.3

18.9

17.5

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

9.2

8.3

7.7

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in August
Auckland, New Zealand

Average high temperature in August: 14.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (22.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (13.8°C).

Average low temperature in August: 10.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (17.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.4°C).

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Average pressure in August
Auckland, New Zealand

Average pressure in August: 1015.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.3mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and September (1014.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Auckland, New Zealand

Average wind speed in August: 17.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (19km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (13.9km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Auckland, New Zealand

Average humidity in August: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March and November (77%).

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Average rainfall in August
Auckland, New Zealand

Average rainfall in August: 67mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (71mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (34mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Auckland, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in August: 18.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.1 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Auckland, New Zealand

Average sea temperature in August: 14.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (21.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (14.7°C).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Auckland, New Zealand

Average daylight in August: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

Average sunshine in August: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Auckland, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in August: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (7.7 days).

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Average UV index in August
Auckland, New Zealand

Average UV index in August: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April and December (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in August
Auckland, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in August: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in August
Auckland, New Zealand

Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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August weather forecast
Auckland, New Zealand

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