August weather forecast
Portland, New Zealand

August

Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is also a moderate month in Portland, New Zealand, with an average temperature ranging between max 14.8°C (58.6°F) and min 10°C (50°F).

Temperature

Portland's average high-temperature marks a still moderate 14.8°C (58.6°F) with the advent of August, closely mirroring that of the preceding month. Portland encounters a small divergence from daytime high temperatures, averaging a low-temperature of 10°C (50°F) during August nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Portland, New Zealand, in August, during 16.8 rainfall days, 63mm (2.48") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Portland, there are 154 rainfall days, and 536mm (21.1") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Portland, the average length of the day in August is 10h and 48min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:39 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:02 pm NZST.

Sunshine

August has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine.

UV index

In Portland, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 4 during August morphs into the following directions:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Portland?
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 Portland?
August is the most humid month in Portland, with an average relative humidity of 82%.
What is the average humidity in August in Portland?
The average relative humidity in August in Portland is 82%.
How much does it rain in Portland in August?
In Portland, New Zealand, during August, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 63mm (2.48") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in August in Portland?
In August, the average day length is 10h and 48min.
When are sunrise and sunset in August in Portland?
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:02 pm NZST.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Portland?
August has the least sunshine of the year in Portland, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Portland have in August?
In August, the average sunshine duration in Portland is 6.6h.
What is the UV index reading in August in Portland?
The average daily maximum UV index in August in Portland, New Zealand, is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August - Portland, New Zealand
Average temperature in August
Portland, 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).

Average pressure in August - Portland, New Zealand
Average pressure in August
Portland, 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).

Average wind speed in August - Portland, New Zealand
Average wind speed in August
Portland, 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).

Average humidity in August - Portland, New Zealand
Average humidity in August
Portland, 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%).

Average rainfall in August - Portland, New Zealand
Average rainfall in August
Portland, 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).

Average rainfall days in August - Portland, New Zealand
Average rainfall days in August
Portland, 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).

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Portland, New Zealand
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Portland, 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).

Average sunshine days in August - Portland, New Zealand
Average sunshine days in August
Portland, 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).

Average UV index in August - Portland, New Zealand
Average UV index in August
Portland, 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).

Average cloud cover in August - Portland, New Zealand
Average cloud cover in August
Portland, 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).

Average visibility in August - Portland, New Zealand
Average visibility in August
Portland, 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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