August weather forecast
Haast, New Zealand

August

Weather in August

August in Haast brings a slightly warmer temperature, stirring relief from the deep winter cold. Although higher than the previous month, rainfall remains at a notable amount of 5.51". As Haast slowly steps towards the end of winter, residents begin observing slightly longer days and increasing sun hours. Even with August's relative warmth, the winds in Haast do not take a break, maintaining a steady speed. While the approach of spring is noticeable, winter jackets are still a common sight.

Temperature

With the advent of August, Haast's high-temperatures adjust to a still frosty 49.1°F, closely aligning with the preceding month. Recording a slight drop from the daily maximum, Haast notes an average low temperature of 40.3°F in the month of August.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 81%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 15.7 days. Throughout August, 5.51" of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Haast, there are 177.5 rainfall days, and 76.81" of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

The only month with snowfall is August. August has the most snowfall days of the year in Haast. Snow falls for 0.1 days.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Haast is 10h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:42 pm. On the last day of August, in Haast, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:15 pm NZST.

Sunshine

In Haast, the average sunshine in August is 6.2h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Haast?
During August, Haast experiences an average high-temperature of 49.1°F and a low-temperature of 40.3°F.
What is the average humidity in August in Haast?
In Haast, New Zealand, the average relative humidity in August is 81%.
How many days does it rain in August in Haast?
In Haast, in August, it is raining for 15.7 days, with typically 5.51" of accumulated precipitation.
When does it snow the most in Haast?
August has the most snowfall days of the year. Snow falls for 0.1 days.
When does it start to snow in Haast?
August is the first month it typically snows in Haast. Throughout August, there are 0.1 snowfall days.
What is the average length of the day in August in Haast?
In August, the average day length in Haast is 10h and 22min.
When are sunrise and sunset in August in Haast?
In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:42 pm. On the last day of the month, in Haast, New Zealand, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:15 pm NZST.
How many hours of sunshine does Haast have in August?
In Haast, the average sunshine duration in August is 6.2h.
What is the UV index intensity in August in Haast?
The average daily maximum UV index in August in Haast is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Haast, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in August: 49.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (62.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (48°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 40.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (50.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (39.7°F).

Average pressure in August
Haast, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in August: 29.89"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Haast, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in August: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.8mph).

Average humidity in August
Haast, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in August: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are April and May (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (79%).

Average rainfall in August
Haast, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in August: 5.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (7.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (3.78").

Average rainfall days in August
Haast, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (12.2 days).

Average snowfall days in August
Haast, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Haast, 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: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Haast, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (12.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Haast, 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 month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 2).

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

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in August
Haast, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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