August weather forecast
Auckland, New Zealand

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The city of Auckland, New Zealand, viewed across the water early morning
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 (58.5°F). 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

Upon the beginning of August, Auckland's high-temperatures register at a still refreshing 14.4°C (57.9°F), closely mirroring the preceding month. Nighttime temperature in Auckland sees a small decrement from daytime highs, dipping to an average of 10.6°C (51.1°F) during August.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Auckland, New Zealand, during August, the rain falls for 18.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 67mm (2.64") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 186.5 rainfall days, and 625mm (24.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

August is the month with the coldest seawater in Auckland, with an average sea temperature of 14.7°C (58.5°F).
Note: If planning to swim in 14.7°C (58.5°F) under 10°C (50°F), wear a protective suit. Neglecting this advice might cause immediate cold shock and troubled breathing. A splash around 13°C (55.4°F) is not much warmer.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 10h and 44min.
On the first day of August in Auckland, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 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.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Auckland, New Zealand, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Auckland?

The high-temperature in Auckland, New Zealand, during August is 14.4°C (57.9°F) and the low-temperature is 10.6°C (51.1°F).

What is the most humid month in Auckland?

August and September, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months in Auckland.

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, New Zealand, during August, the rain falls for 18.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 67mm (2.64") of precipitation.

What is the month with the coldest sea water in Auckland?

August is the month with the coldest seawater in Auckland, New Zealand, with an average sea temperature of 14.7°C (58.5°F).

How cold is the water in August in Auckland?

In Auckland, in August, the average water temperature is 14.7°C (58.5°F). Swimming in 14.7°C (58.5°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Auckland have in August?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Auckland?

On the first day of August in Auckland, New Zealand, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:59 pm NZST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Auckland?

With an average of 6.4h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Auckland have in August?

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

How high is the UV index in August in Auckland?

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

Average temperature in August
Auckland, New Zealand

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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 / 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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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