August weather forecast
Fairlie, New Zealand

August

Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is another cold month in Fairlie, New Zealand, with an average temperature varying between 3.3°C (37.9°F) and -3°C (26.6°F).

Temperature

August's advent denotes a minor fluctuation in the average high-temperature to a still wintry 3.3°C (37.9°F) from July's 2.4°C (36.3°F). Throughout August, Fairlie witnesses a nighttime temperature average of -3°C (26.6°F).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Fairlie are August and October, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

In August, in Fairlie, the rain falls for 5.7 days. Throughout August, 141mm (5.55") of precipitation is accumulated. In Fairlie, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139 days and collects up to 1917mm (75.47") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. In August, in Fairlie, New Zealand, it is snowing for 16.3 days. Throughout August, 954mm (37.56") of snow is accumulated. In Fairlie, New Zealand, during the entire year, snow falls for 107.9 days and aggregates up to 6417mm (252.64") of snow.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 10h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of August, in Fairlie, New Zealand, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:08 pm NZST.

Sunshine

In Fairlie, the average sunshine in August is 6.6h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during August morphs into the following directions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

Is August cold in Fairlie?
The high-temperature, in August, in Fairlie, records 3.3°C (37.9°F), while the low-temperature is -3°C (26.6°F).
What are the most humid months in Fairlie?
August and October, with an average relative humidity of 89%, are most humid months.
What is the average humidity in August in Fairlie?
In August, the average relative humidity in Fairlie is 89%.
How much does it rain in Fairlie in August?
In Fairlie, in August, during 5.7 rainfall days, 141mm (5.55") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How many days does it snow in August in Fairlie?
In Fairlie, New Zealand, during August, snow falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 954mm (37.56") of snow.
What is the average length of the day in August in Fairlie?
The average day length in August in Fairlie is 10h and 20min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Fairlie?
In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:08 pm NZST.
How long on average sun shines in August in Fairlie?
In August, the average sunshine duration in Fairlie, New Zealand, is 6.6h.
How high is the UV index in August in Fairlie?
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Fairlie is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Fairlie, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in August: 3.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (13.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (2.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: -3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-3.3°C).

Average pressure in August
Fairlie, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in August: 1012.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1011.4mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Fairlie, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in August: 9.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (9.6km/h).

Average humidity in August
Fairlie, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in August: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and October (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (83%).

Average rainfall in August
Fairlie, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in August: 141mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (233mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (106mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Fairlie, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in August: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in August
Fairlie, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in August: 954mm

The month with the highest snowfall is July (1245mm).
The month with the least snowfall is March (31mm).

Average snowfall days in August
Fairlie, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in August: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (16.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is February (0.9 days).

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Fairlie, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (10.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Fairlie, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in August: 2

The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Fairlie, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in August: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are October and November (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in August
Fairlie, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in August: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February and March (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (8km).

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