August weather forecast
Paihia, New Zealand

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Weather in August

August's weather favours those who enjoy cooler climates and less crowded tourist spots. The weather conditions are relatively similar to July, with cold temperatures and a high degree of precipitation. The rainfall slightly drops from July but the overall weather conditions don’t see a major shift. As a welcome relief, the sunshine hours start to gradually increase from this month onwards. Outdoor activities might be subject to the day's weather, as the cloud cover still looms over Paihia.

Temperature

The arrival of August in Paihia, New Zealand, records an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 14.8°C (58.6°F), closely related to the 14.3°C (57.7°F) observed in July. A mean low-temperature of 10°C (50°F) is a distinguishing feature of August, indicating a slight dip from daytime highs.

Humidity

The most humid month in Paihia is August, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Paihia, during August, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 63mm (2.48") of precipitation. In Paihia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154 days and collects up to 536mm (21.1") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

August is the month with the coldest seawater, with an average sea temperature of 16°C (60.8°F).
Note: Swimming is not a pleasurable activity for the majority in water at 16°C (60.8°F). Breathing control gets harder as the water temperature dips from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In Paihia, the average length of the day in August is 10h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:41 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:03 pm NZST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is August, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine.

UV index

In Paihia, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 4 in August translates into the following instructions:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Paihia?

The high-temperature during August is 14.8°C (58.6°F) and the low-temperature is 10°C (50°F).

What is the most humid month in Paihia?

With an average relative humidity of 82%, August is the most humid month in Paihia, New Zealand.

What is the average humidity in August in Paihia?

In August, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in August in Paihia?

In Paihia, New Zealand, during August, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 63mm (2.48") of precipitation.

What is the month with the coldest sea water in Paihia?

The month with the coldest seawater in Paihia is August, with an average sea temperature of 16°C (60.8°F).

What is the sea water temperature in August in Paihia?

In Paihia, New Zealand, the average seawater temperature in August is 16°C (60.8°F). For most, swimming in 16°C (60.8°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

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

In August, the average day length is 10h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Paihia?

On the first day of August in Paihia, New Zealand, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:03 pm NZST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Paihia?

The month with the least sunshine is August, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Paihia have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Paihia is 6.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Paihia?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Paihia, New Zealand, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in August
Paihia, New Zealand

Average temperature in August - Paihia, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in August: 14.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (22.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (14.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 10°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (16.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.8°C).

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Average pressure in August
Paihia, New Zealand

Average pressure in August - Paihia, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in August: 1015.3mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March and April (1018.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1015mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Paihia, New Zealand

Average wind speed in August - Paihia, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in August: 15.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (16.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (13km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Paihia, New Zealand

Average humidity in August - Paihia, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in August: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (78%).

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Average rainfall in August
Paihia, New Zealand

Average rainfall in August - Paihia, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in August: 63mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (69mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (26mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Paihia, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in August - Paihia, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Paihia, New Zealand

Average sea temperature in August - Paihia, New Zealand
  • Average sea temperature in August: 16°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (21.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (16°C).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Paihia, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in August: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Paihia, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in August - Paihia, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in August: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in August
Paihia, New Zealand

Average UV index in August - Paihia, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in August: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in August
Paihia, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in August - Paihia, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in August: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in August
Paihia, New Zealand

Average visibility in August - Paihia, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May and June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

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