August weather forecast
Gibbston, New Zealand

August

Weather in August

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

Temperature

On the advent of August, Gibbston's average high-temperature exhibits a minor adjustment to a still cold 5.3°C (41.5°F) from July's 3.7°C (38.7°F). Gibbston observes an average low-temperature of -1.8°C (28.8°F) during August.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Gibbston, New Zealand, is 89%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout August, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gibbston, there are 181.7 rainfall days, and 617mm (24.29") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are March through November. In August, it is snowing for 2.4 days. Throughout August, 45mm (1.77") of snow is accumulated. In Gibbston, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.1 days and aggregates up to 223mm (8.78") of snow.

Daylight

In Gibbston, the average length of the day in August is 10h and 17min.
On the first day of August in Gibbston, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:14 pm NZST.

Sunshine

In Gibbston, New Zealand, the average sunshine in August is 6.6h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Gibbston is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in August translates into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is August in Gibbston?
The high-temperature, in August, in Gibbston, is 5.3°C (41.5°F), while the low-temperature averages to -1.8°C (28.8°F).
What is the average humidity in August in Gibbston?
The average relative humidity in August in Gibbston, New Zealand, is 89%.
How much does it rain in Gibbston in August?
In August, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout August, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is accumulated.
How much does it snow in Gibbston in August?
In Gibbston, New Zealand, in August, during 2.4 snowfall days, 45mm (1.77") of snow is typically accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Gibbston have in August?
In Gibbston, the average day length in August is 10h and 17min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Gibbston?
In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:14 pm NZST.
How many hours of sunshine does Gibbston have in August?
In Gibbston, New Zealand, the average sunshine duration in August is 6.6h.
What is the UV index reading in August in Gibbston?
In Gibbston, New Zealand, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
Average wind speed gusts
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in August - Gibbston, New Zealand
Average temperature in August
Gibbston, 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 - Gibbston, New Zealand
Average pressure in August
Gibbston, 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 - Gibbston, New Zealand
Average wind speed in August
Gibbston, 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 - Gibbston, New Zealand
Average humidity in August
Gibbston, 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 - Gibbston, New Zealand
Average rainfall in August
Gibbston, 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 - Gibbston, New Zealand
Average rainfall days in August
Gibbston, 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 - Gibbston, New Zealand
Average snowfall in August
Gibbston, 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 - Gibbston, New Zealand
Average snowfall days in August
Gibbston, 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 - Gibbston, New Zealand
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Gibbston, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in August: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
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 - Gibbston, New Zealand
Average sunshine days in August
Gibbston, 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 - Gibbston, New Zealand
Average UV index in August
Gibbston, 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 - Gibbston, New Zealand
Average cloud cover in August
Gibbston, 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 - Gibbston, New Zealand
Average visibility in August
Gibbston, 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).

englishespañol中文
Share