Contents
- 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 snowfall in August
- Average snowfall 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
Weather in August
Temperature
The arrival of August in Dunedin, New Zealand, brings an average high-temperature of a still frosty 9.5°C (49.1°F), closely following the temperature pattern of July. Dunedin observes an average low-temperature of 6.7°C (44.1°F) during the slightly cooler nights of August.Humidity
In Dunedin, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.Rainfall
In Dunedin, New Zealand, in August, during 11.8 rainfall days, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dunedin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.6 days and collects up to 357mm (14.06") of precipitation.Snowfall
The only month with snowfall in Dunedin is August. The month with the most snowfall is August, when snow falls for 0.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3mm (0.12") of snow.Sea temperature
August is the month with the coldest seawater, with an average sea temperature of 9.2°C (48.6°F).Note: With the appropriate swimsuit, one can swim in 9.2°C (48.6°F) even if temperatures dip below 10°C (50°F); otherwise, be ready for cold shock and breath issues. A fleeting swim around 13°C (55.4°F) is distressing.
Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Dunedin is 10h and 14min.On the first day of August in Dunedin, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:07 pm NZST.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine in Dunedin is 6.9h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Dunedin are April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during August translates into the following directions:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Frequently asked questions
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When is the sea coldest in Dunedin?
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When are sunrise and sunset in August in Dunedin?
How many hours of sunshine does Dunedin have in August?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Dunedin?
What is the UV index reading in August in Dunedin?
Average temperature in August
Dunedin, New Zealand
- Average high temperature in August: 9.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (15.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (9.2°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 6.7°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (11.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.3°C).
Average pressure in August
Dunedin, New Zealand
- Average pressure in August: 1011.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.7mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Dunedin, New Zealand
- Average wind speed in August: 19km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (21.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (18.4km/h).
Average humidity in August
Dunedin, New Zealand
- Average humidity in August: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).
Average rainfall in August
Dunedin, New Zealand
- Average rainfall in August: 24mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (43mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (16mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Dunedin, New Zealand
- Average rainfall days in August: 11.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (11.1 days).
Average snowfall in August
Dunedin, New Zealand
- Average snowfall in August: 3mm
The month with the highest snowfall is August (3mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in August
Dunedin, 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, May, October and December (0 days).
Average sea temperature in August
Dunedin, New Zealand
- Average sea temperature in August: 9.2°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (13.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (9.2°C).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Dunedin, 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 5min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Dunedin, New Zealand
- Average sunshine days in August: 16.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (13.4 days).
Average UV index in August
Dunedin, New Zealand
- Average UV index in August: 3
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Dunedin, New Zealand
- Average cloud cover in August: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in August
Dunedin, 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).
Dunedin, New Zealand
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