August weather forecastOwhango, New Zealand
August
Weather in August
The last month of the winter, August, is also a frosty month in Owhango, New Zealand, with temperature in the range of an average low of 1.6°C (34.9°F) and an average high of 8.7°C (47.7°F).Temperature
The beginning of August records an average high-temperature of a still chilly 8.7°C (47.7°F), marking a negligible difference from July's 7.3°C (45.1°F). Throughout the nights in August, an average low-temperature of 1.6°C (34.9°F) is noted.Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity in Owhango is 89%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Owhango is August, when the rain falls for 15 days and typically aggregates up to 71mm (2.8") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are March through November. In Owhango, in August, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 183mm (7.2") of snow. In Owhango, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.4 days and aggregates up to 851mm (33.5") of snow.Daylight
In Owhango, the average length of the day in August is 10h and 38min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of August, in Owhango, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:55 pm NZST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 5.6h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Owhango, New Zealand
- Average high temperature in August: 8.7°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and February (19.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (7.3°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 1.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (9.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (1.1°C).
Average pressure in August
Owhango, New Zealand
- Average pressure in August: 1014.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1013.5mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Owhango, New Zealand
- Average wind speed in August: 10.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (8.9km/h).
Average humidity in August
Owhango, New Zealand
- Average humidity in August: 89%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (79%).
Average rainfall in August
Owhango, New Zealand
- Average rainfall in August: 71mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (71mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (33mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Owhango, New Zealand
- Average rainfall days in August: 15 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.1 days).
Average snowfall in August
Owhango, New Zealand
- Average snowfall in August: 183mm
The month with the highest snowfall is July (221mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in August
Owhango, New Zealand
- Average snowfall days in August: 6.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (6.8 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is February (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Owhango, New Zealand
- Average daylight in August: 10h and 36min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 5h and 36min
The months with the most sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Owhango, New Zealand
- Average sunshine days in August: 11 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (10.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Owhango, New Zealand
- Average UV index in August: 2
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Owhango, New Zealand
- Average cloud cover in August: 60
The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
Average visibility in August
Owhango, New Zealand
- Average visibility in August: 7km
The months with the highest visibility are November and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (7km).
