August weather forecast
Balclutha, New Zealand

August

Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is also a frosty month in Balclutha, New Zealand, with an average temperature varying between 9.8°C (49.6°F) and 4.1°C (39.4°F).

Temperature

A minimal variation is noted in Balclutha's average high-temperature at the onset of August, reaching a still chilly 9.8°C (49.6°F) from July's 8.6°C (47.5°F). Balclutha reports a consistent average low-temperature of 4.1°C (39.4°F) throughout August nights.

Humidity

The most humid month in Balclutha is August, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In August, in Balclutha, New Zealand, the rain falls for 14.2 days. Throughout August, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 189 rainfall days, and 513mm (20.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are May, July through September. August is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.7 days and accumulates 11mm (0.43") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Balclutha is 10h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:10 pm NZST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 6.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during August translates into these guidelines:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Balclutha in August?
In August, in Balclutha, the average high-temperature is 9.8°C (49.6°F), and the average low-temperature is 4.1°C (39.4°F).
What is the most humid month in Balclutha?
The most humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 82%.
What is the average humidity in August in Balclutha?
In Balclutha, New Zealand, the average relative humidity in August is 82%.
How many days does it rain in August in Balclutha?
In August, in Balclutha, New Zealand, the rain falls for 14.2 days. Throughout August, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the snowiest month in Balclutha?
The month with the most snowfall in Balclutha, New Zealand, is August, when snow falls for 0.7 days and typically aggregates up to 11mm (0.43") of snow.
How many days does it snow in August in Balclutha?
In Balclutha, during August, snow falls for 0.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 11mm (0.43") of snow.
What is the average length of the day in August in Balclutha?
In Balclutha, the average day length in August is 10h and 13min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Balclutha?
On the first day of August in Balclutha, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:10 pm NZST.
How many hours of sunshine does Balclutha have in August?
In August, the average sunshine duration in Balclutha, New Zealand, is 6.7h.
When is the lowest UV index in Balclutha?
April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in August in Balclutha?
The average daily maximum UV index in August in Balclutha is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in August - Balclutha, New Zealand
Average temperature in August
Balclutha, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in August: 9.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and February (17.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (8.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 4.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (9.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (3.8°C).

Average pressure in August - Balclutha, New Zealand
Average pressure in August
Balclutha, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in August: 1011.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1016.1mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and November (1009.7mbar).

Average wind speed in August - Balclutha, New Zealand
Average wind speed in August
Balclutha, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in August: 14.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (16.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (13.5km/h).

Average humidity in August - Balclutha, New Zealand
Average humidity in August
Balclutha, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in August: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (78%).

Average rainfall in August - Balclutha, New Zealand
Average rainfall in August
Balclutha, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in August: 32mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (64mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (26mm).

Average rainfall days in August - Balclutha, New Zealand
Average rainfall days in August
Balclutha, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (13.1 days).

Average snowfall in August - Balclutha, New Zealand
Average snowfall in August
Balclutha, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in August: 11mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (11mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, June, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August - Balclutha, New Zealand
Average snowfall days in August
Balclutha, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (0.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Balclutha, New Zealand
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Balclutha, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August - Balclutha, New Zealand
Average sunshine days in August
Balclutha, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8.5 days).

Average UV index in August - Balclutha, New Zealand
Average UV index in August
Balclutha, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in August: 3

The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in August - Balclutha, New Zealand
Average cloud cover in August
Balclutha, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in August: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are October and November (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in August - Balclutha, New Zealand
Average visibility in August
Balclutha, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June and July (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

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