August weather forecast
Mataroa, New Zealand

August

Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is also a frosty month in Mataroa, New Zealand, with temperature in the range of an average high of 8.8°C (47.8°F) and an average low of 1.6°C (34.9°F).

Temperature

The ushering in of August brings an average high-temperature of a still chilly 8.8°C (47.8°F), closely mirroring the 7.5°C (45.5°F) of July. In the month of August, Mataroa witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 1.6°C (34.9°F).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Mataroa is 88%.

Rainfall

In Mataroa, New Zealand, in August, during 17.5 rainfall days, 67mm (2.64") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 195 rainfall days, and 673mm (26.5") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are April through November. In Mataroa, during August, snow falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 104mm (4.09") of snow. In Mataroa, New Zealand, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.7 days and aggregates up to 520mm (20.47") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 10h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of August, in Mataroa, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:53 pm NZST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Mataroa is 5.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during August translates into the following directions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Mataroa?
Mataroa in August has an average high-temperature of 8.8°C (47.8°F) and an average low-temperature of 1.6°C (34.9°F).
What is the average humidity in August in Mataroa?
The average relative humidity in August is 88%.
How many days does it rain in August in Mataroa?
In Mataroa, in August, during 17.5 rainfall days, 67mm (2.64") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How much does it snow in Mataroa in August?
In August, in Mataroa, New Zealand, it is snowing for 5 days. Throughout August, 104mm (4.09") of snow is accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in August in Mataroa?
The average day length in August in Mataroa, New Zealand, is 10h and 36min.
When are sunrise and sunset in August in Mataroa?
In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, in Mataroa, New Zealand, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:53 pm NZST.
How many hours of sunshine does Mataroa have in August?
The average sunshine duration in August is 5.6h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Mataroa?
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Mataroa, New Zealand.
How high is the UV index in August in Mataroa?
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Mataroa is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Mataroa, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in August: 8.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (20°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (7.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 1.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (9.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (1.3°C).

Average pressure in August
Mataroa, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in August: 1014.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1013.4mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Mataroa, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in August: 10.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (12.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.3km/h).

Average humidity in August
Mataroa, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in August: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (78%).

Average rainfall in August
Mataroa, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in August: 67mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (72mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (31mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Mataroa, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (19.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and March (13.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Mataroa, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in August: 104mm

The month with the highest snowfall is July (125mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August
Mataroa, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in August: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is July (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March and December (0 days).

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 5h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Mataroa, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in August: 9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (7.7 days).

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

The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Mataroa, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in August: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in August
Mataroa, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in August: 7km

The month with the highest visibility is January (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (7km).

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