August weather forecast
Makaraka, New Zealand

August

Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is a refreshing month in Makaraka, New Zealand, with an average temperature varying between 7.5°C (45.5°F) and 13.3°C (55.9°F).

Temperature

The commencement of August brings an average high-temperature of a refreshing 13.3°C (55.9°F), marking an inconsequential divergence from July. During the month of August, the temperature falls to an average of 7.5°C (45.5°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 79%.

Rainfall

In Makaraka, during August, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 47mm (1.85") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155.8 rainfall days, and 492mm (19.37") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 10h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of August, in Makaraka, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:45 pm NZST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 6.7h.

UV index

May through August and October, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?
The high-temperature, in August, in Makaraka, records 13.3°C (55.9°F), while the low-temperature is 7.5°C (45.5°F).
What is the average humidity in August?
In August, the average relative humidity is 79%.
How many days does it rain in August?
In Makaraka, in August, during 14.3 rainfall days, 47mm (1.85") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Makaraka have in August?
In August, the average day length is 10h and 39min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August?
In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:45 pm NZST.
How many hours of sunshine does Makaraka have in August?
In Makaraka, the average sunshine duration in August is 6.7h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
May through August and October, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in August?
The average daily maximum UV index in August is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Makaraka, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in August: 13.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (22.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (12.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 7.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (14.9°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and August (7.5°C).

Average pressure in August
Makaraka, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in August: 1014.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.3mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and November (1013.5mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Makaraka, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in August: 16.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (18.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (13.6km/h).

Average humidity in August
Makaraka, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are April, June and July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (75%).

Average rainfall in August
Makaraka, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in August: 47mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (64mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and May (30mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Makaraka, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.4 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Makaraka, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in August: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in August
Makaraka, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Makaraka, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in August: 3

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August and October (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in August
Makaraka, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in August: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in August
Makaraka, 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).

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