August weather forecast
Omakau, New Zealand

August

Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is also a wintry month in Omakau, New Zealand, with an average temperature ranging between max 4.8°C (40.6°F) and min -2.2°C (28°F).

Temperature

August ushers in an average high-temperature of a still wintry 4.8°C (40.6°F), aligning closely with the preceding month. The average temperature during August nights is registered at a freezing cold -2.2°C (28°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Omakau, New Zealand, is 89%.

Rainfall

In Omakau, in August, during 16.9 rainfall days, 57mm (2.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Omakau, New Zealand, during the entire year, the rain falls for 203.1 days and collects up to 805mm (31.69") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Omakau, New Zealand, are May through November. In August, in Omakau, it is snowing for 2.4 days. Throughout August, 24mm (0.94") of snow is accumulated. In Omakau, New Zealand, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.9 days and aggregates up to 129mm (5.08") of snow.

Daylight

In Omakau, the average length of the day in August is 10h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:37 pm. On the last day of August, in Omakau, New Zealand, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:12 pm NZST.

Sunshine

In Omakau, New Zealand, the average sunshine in August is 6.7h.

UV index

In Omakau, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Omakau during August?
Omakau in August has an average high-temperature of 4.8°C (40.6°F) and an average low-temperature of -2.2°C (28°F).
What is the average humidity in August in Omakau?
In August, the average relative humidity in Omakau is 89%.
How much does it rain in Omakau in August?
In Omakau, in August, during 16.9 rainfall days, 57mm (2.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How much does it snow in Omakau in August?
In Omakau, New Zealand, in August, snow falls for 2.4 days, with typically accumulated 24mm (0.94") of snow.
What is the average length of the day in August in Omakau?
In Omakau, the average day length in August is 10h and 17min.
When are sunrise and sunset in August in Omakau?
In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:37 pm. On the last day of the month, in Omakau, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:12 pm NZST.
How long on average sun shines in August in Omakau?
In Omakau, the average sunshine duration in August is 6.7h.
How high is the UV index in August in Omakau?
In Omakau, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August - Omakau, New Zealand
Average temperature in August
Omakau, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in August: 4.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (16.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (3.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: -2.2°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (6.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-2.8°C).

Average pressure in August - Omakau, New Zealand
Average pressure in August
Omakau, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in August: 1012.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1016.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1010.8mbar).

Average wind speed in August - Omakau, New Zealand
Average wind speed in August
Omakau, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (7.9km/h).

Average humidity in August - Omakau, New Zealand
Average humidity in August
Omakau, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in August: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (77%).

Average rainfall in August - Omakau, New Zealand
Average rainfall in August
Omakau, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in August: 57mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (97mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (48mm).

Average rainfall days in August - Omakau, New Zealand
Average rainfall days in August
Omakau, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (13.8 days).

Average snowfall in August - Omakau, New Zealand
Average snowfall in August
Omakau, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in August: 24mm

The month with the highest snowfall is July (36mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August - Omakau, New Zealand
Average snowfall days in August
Omakau, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in August: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is July (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February and March (0 days).

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Omakau, New Zealand
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Omakau, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in August: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in August - Omakau, New Zealand
Average sunshine days in August
Omakau, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in August: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (7.6 days).

Average UV index in August - Omakau, New Zealand
Average UV index in August
Omakau, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in August: 2

The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August - Omakau, New Zealand
Average cloud cover in August
Omakau, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in August: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are July, August and October (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in August - Omakau, New Zealand
Average visibility in August
Omakau, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in August: 7km

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

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