August weather forecast
Motueka, New Zealand

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Weather in August

August often heralds the end of winter in Motueka with a subtle but noticeable shift in weather conditions. The sea and air temperatures start to creep upwards, indicating hopes of warmer days ahead. Rainfall again rises slightly than in July, and so do the number of rainy days, but still, it is a shade of hope. The daylight hours start to increase, signifying the gradual transition into spring.

Temperature

At the start of August, Motueka's average high-temperature reaches a moderate 13.1°C (55.6°F), subtly different from the preceding month. Throughout August, an average low-temperature of 3.1°C (37.6°F) is experienced.

Rainfall

In Motueka, in August, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 90mm (3.54") of accumulated precipitation. In Motueka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133 days and collects up to 953mm (37.52") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

August is the month with the coldest seawater, with an average sea temperature of 12.4°C (54.3°F).
Note: To swim in 12.4°C (54.3°F) at less than 10°C (50°F), ensure you're well-protected. Without it, be prepared for a sudden jolt of cold and breathing issues. Remember, even 13°C (55.4°F) is not welcoming.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Motueka is 10h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of August, in Motueka, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:02 pm NZST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Motueka is 5.4h.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Motueka?

In Motueka, in August, the average high-temperature is 13.1°C (55.6°F), and the average low-temperature is 3.1°C (37.6°F).

How many days does it rain in August in Motueka?

In Motueka, during August, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 90mm (3.54") of precipitation.

When is the sea coldest in Motueka?

The month with the coldest seawater is August, with an average sea temperature of 12.4°C (54.3°F).

What is the sea water temperature in August in Motueka?

In August, the average sea temperature in Motueka, New Zealand, is 12.4°C (54.3°F). Swimming in 12.4°C (54.3°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in August in Motueka?

The average day length in August in Motueka is 10h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Motueka?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:02 pm NZST.

How many hours of sunshine does Motueka have in August?

In Motueka, the average sunshine duration in August is 5.4h.

Average temperature in August
Motueka, New Zealand

Average temperature in August - Motueka, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in August: 13.1°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and February (22.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (12.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 3.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (13°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (1.6°C).

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Average rainfall in August
Motueka, New Zealand

Average rainfall in August - Motueka, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in August: 90mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (92mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (57mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Motueka, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in August - Motueka, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are August, September and October (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Motueka, New Zealand

Average sea temperature in August - Motueka, New Zealand
  • Average sea temperature in August: 12.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (18.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (12.4°C).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Motueka, New Zealand

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Motueka, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in August: 10h and 3min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are May, June and July (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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