August weather forecast
Galloway, New Zealand

August

Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is another cold month in Galloway, New Zealand, with an average temperature ranging between min -1.8°C (28.8°F) and max 5.3°C (41.5°F).

Temperature

The transition into August reveals an average high-temperature of a still cold 5.3°C (41.5°F), mirroring a close resemblance to July. Galloway's August nights cool down to an average low-temperature of -1.8°C (28.8°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Galloway is 89%.

Rainfall

In Galloway, in August, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 38mm (1.5") of accumulated precipitation. In Galloway, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.7 days and collects up to 617mm (24.29") of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through November are months with snowfall. In Galloway, in August, during 2.4 snowfall days, 45mm (1.77") of snow is typically accumulated. In Galloway, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.1 days and aggregates up to 223mm (8.78") of snow.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 10h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:37 pm. On the last day of August, in Galloway, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:12 pm NZST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 6.6h.

UV index

In Galloway, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Galloway in August?
The average high-temperature, in August, in Galloway, is 5.3°C (41.5°F), while the average low-temperature is -1.8°C (28.8°F).
What is the average humidity in August in Galloway?
In Galloway, New Zealand, the average relative humidity in August is 89%.
How many days does it rain in August in Galloway?
In Galloway, in August, during 12.3 rainfall days, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How much does it snow in Galloway in August?
In Galloway, New Zealand, in August, snow falls for 2.4 days, with typically accumulated 45mm (1.77") of snow.
How many hours of daylight does Galloway have in August?
The average day length in August in Galloway, New Zealand, is 10h and 16min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Galloway?
In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:37 pm. On the last day of the month, in Galloway, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:12 pm NZST.
How many hours of sunshine does Galloway have in August?
The average sunshine duration in August in Galloway is 6.6h.
How high is the UV index in August in Galloway?
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Galloway is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
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Average temperature in August - Galloway, New Zealand
Average temperature in August
Galloway, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in August: 5.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (17°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (3.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: -1.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (6.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-2.4°C).

Average pressure in August - Galloway, New Zealand
Average pressure in August
Galloway, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in August: 1011.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1010.6mbar).

Average wind speed in August - Galloway, New Zealand
Average wind speed in August
Galloway, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and August (8.4km/h).

Average humidity in August - Galloway, New Zealand
Average humidity in August
Galloway, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in August: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (76%).

Average rainfall in August - Galloway, New Zealand
Average rainfall in August
Galloway, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in August: 38mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (71mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (29mm).

Average rainfall days in August - Galloway, New Zealand
Average rainfall days in August
Galloway, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (10.9 days).

Average snowfall in August - Galloway, New Zealand
Average snowfall in August
Galloway, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in August: 45mm

The month with the highest snowfall is July (51mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August - Galloway, New Zealand
Average snowfall days in August
Galloway, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in August: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is July (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January and February (0 days).

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August - Galloway, New Zealand
Average sunshine days in August
Galloway, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8.5 days).

Average UV index in August - Galloway, New Zealand
Average UV index in August
Galloway, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in August: 2

The months with the highest UV index are January and December (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are May and July (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August - Galloway, New Zealand
Average cloud cover in August
Galloway, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in August: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in August - Galloway, New Zealand
Average visibility in August
Galloway, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in August: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are January and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July and August (7km).

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