August weather forecast
Otira, New Zealand

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Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is another cold month in Otira, New Zealand, with an average temperature fluctuating between 4.6°C (40.3°F) and -1.8°C (28.8°F).

Temperature

The arrival of August records an average high-temperature of a still cold 4.6°C (40.3°F), closely related to the 3.5°C (38.3°F) observed in July. August nights in Otira, New Zealand, are marked by an average low-temperature of -1.8°C (28.8°F).

Humidity

July and August, with an average relative humidity of 92%, are the most humid months in Otira.

Rainfall

In Otira, New Zealand, during August, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 115mm (4.53") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 162.6 rainfall days, and 1501mm (59.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. The month with the most snowfall is August, when snow falls for 20.3 days and typically aggregates up to 734mm (28.9") of snow.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 10h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:06 pm NZST.

Sunshine

In Otira, the average sunshine in August is 4.6h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

Is August cold in Otira?

During August, Otira experiences an average high-temperature of 4.6°C (40.3°F) and a low-temperature of -1.8°C (28.8°F).

What are the most humid months in Otira?

The months with the highest humidity in Otira, New Zealand, are July and August, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

What is the average humidity in August in Otira?

In Otira, New Zealand, the average relative humidity in August is 92%.

How much does it rain in Otira in August?

In August, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout August, 115mm (4.53") of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Otira?

August is the month with the most snowfall in Otira. Snow falls for 20.3 days and accumulates 734mm (28.9") of snow.

How many days does it snow in August in Otira?

In Otira, in August, snow falls for 20.3 days, with typically accumulated 734mm (28.9") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Otira have in August?

The average day length in August is 10h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Otira?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:06 pm NZST.

How long on average sun shines in August in Otira?

The average sunshine duration in August is 4.6h.

What is the UV index reading in August in Otira?

In Otira, New Zealand, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Otira, New Zealand

Average temperature in August - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in August: 4.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (15.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (3.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: -1.8°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (6.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-2.4°C).

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Average pressure in August
Otira, New Zealand

Average pressure in August - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in August: 1012.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.3mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and November (1011.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Otira, New Zealand

Average wind speed in August - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in August: 9.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.8km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Otira, New Zealand

Average humidity in August - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in August: 92%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (92%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (83%).

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Average rainfall in August
Otira, New Zealand

Average rainfall in August - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in August: 115mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (176mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (87mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Otira, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in August - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in August: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Otira, New Zealand

Average snowfall in August - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in August: 734mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (734mm).
The month with the least snowfall is January (9mm).

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Average snowfall days in August
Otira, New Zealand

Average snowfall days in August - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in August: 20.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (20.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is February (0.8 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in August: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Otira, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in August - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in August: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (7.4 days).

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Average UV index in August
Otira, New Zealand

Average UV index in August - Otira, 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Otira, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in August - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in August: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).

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Average visibility in August
Otira, New Zealand

Average visibility in August - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in August: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are January, March and December (8km).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (6km).

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