August weather forecast
Otakou, New Zealand

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the winter in Otakou, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 9.5°C (49.1°F) and min 6.7°C (44.1°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature for August is a still frosty 9.5°C (49.1°F), closely aligning with the temperature of the preceding month. Otakou, in the month of August, notes an average low temperature of 6.7°C (44.1°F), indicating a small decrease from the daytime highs.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Otakou is 79%.

Rainfall

In Otakou, in August, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 24mm (0.94") of accumulated precipitation. In Otakou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.6 days and collects up to 357mm (14.06") of precipitation.

Snowfall

August is the only month when snow falls in Otakou. August is the month with the most snowfall in Otakou. Snow falls for 0.7 days and accumulates 3mm (0.12") of snow.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 10h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:06 pm NZST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Otakou is 6.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Otakou, New Zealand, are April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jan 27, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Otakou?

The high-temperature in Otakou, New Zealand, during August is 9.5°C (49.1°F) and the low-temperature is 6.7°C (44.1°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Otakou?

The average relative humidity in August in Otakou, New Zealand, is 79%.

How much does it rain in Otakou in August?

In August, in Otakou, New Zealand, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout August, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Otakou?

August is the month with the most snowfall in Otakou. Snow falls for 0.7 days and accumulates 3mm (0.12") of snow.

When does it start snowing in Otakou?

August is the first month it typically snows in Otakou. Throughout August, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 3mm (0.12") of snow.

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

In Otakou, the average day length in August is 10h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Otakou?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of the month, in Otakou, New Zealand, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:06 pm NZST.

How long on average sun shines in August in Otakou?

In Otakou, New Zealand, the average sunshine duration in August is 6.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Otakou?

The months with the lowest UV index in Otakou, New Zealand, are April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

How high is the UV index in August in Otakou?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Otakou, New Zealand, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Otakou, New Zealand

Average temperature in August - Otakou, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in August: 9.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (15.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (9.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 6.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (11.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.3°C).

Average pressure in August
Otakou, New Zealand

Average pressure in August - Otakou, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in August: 1011.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.7mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Otakou, New Zealand

Average wind speed in August - Otakou, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in August: 19km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (21.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (18.4km/h).

Average humidity in August
Otakou, New Zealand

Average humidity in August - Otakou, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

Average rainfall in August
Otakou, New Zealand

Average rainfall in August - Otakou, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in August: 24mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (43mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (16mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Otakou, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in August - Otakou, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Otakou, New Zealand

Average snowfall in August - Otakou, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in August: 3mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (3mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August
Otakou, New Zealand

Average snowfall days in August - Otakou, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (0.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, October and December (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Otakou, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in August: 10h and 1min

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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Otakou, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in August - Otakou, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (13.4 days).

Average UV index in August
Otakou, New Zealand

Average UV index in August - Otakou, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in August: 3

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in August
Otakou, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in August - Otakou, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in August: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in August
Otakou, New Zealand

Average visibility in August - Otakou, 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).

Otakou, New Zealand

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