August weather forecast
Mercer, New Zealand

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the winter in Mercer, is also a moderate month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 14.3°C (57.7°F) and an average low of 10.2°C (50.4°F).

Temperature

During August, Mercer records an average high-temperature of a still mild 14.3°C (57.7°F), marking a slight divergence from July's 13.8°C (56.8°F). Mercer sustains a near constant temperature throughout August, with nighttime averages of 10.2°C (50.4°F).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Mercer, New Zealand, in August, it is raining for 17.7 days, with typically 66mm (2.6") of accumulated precipitation. In Mercer, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174 days and collects up to 593mm (23.35") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 10h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of August, in Mercer, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:58 pm NZST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Mercer are August and September, with an average of 6.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Mercer, New Zealand, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Mercer?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Mercer, New Zealand, during August are 14.3°C (57.7°F) and 10.2°C (50.4°F) respectively.
What are the most humid months in Mercer?
August and September, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months.
What is the average humidity in August in Mercer?
The average relative humidity in August is 80%.
How many days does it rain in August in Mercer?
In Mercer, in August, during 17.7 rainfall days, 66mm (2.6") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Mercer have in August?
In August, the average day length in Mercer is 10h and 43min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Mercer?
On the first day of August in Mercer, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:58 pm NZST.
What are the months with the least sunshine in Mercer?
The months with the least sunshine in Mercer are August and September, with an average of 6.2h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in August in Mercer?
In August, the average sunshine duration is 6.2h.
What is the UV index reading in August in Mercer?
In Mercer, New Zealand, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Mercer, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in August: 14.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (22.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (13.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 10.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (16.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.8°C).

Average pressure in August
Mercer, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in August: 1015.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1014.7mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Mercer, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in August: 17.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (18.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (13.2km/h).

Average humidity in August
Mercer, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (77%).

Average rainfall in August
Mercer, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in August: 66mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (68mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (31mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Mercer, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.8 days).

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are August and September (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in August
Mercer, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in August: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.1 days).

Average UV index in August
Mercer, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in August: 4

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

Average cloud cover in August
Mercer, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in August: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in August
Mercer, 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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