August weather forecast
Rangitata, New Zealand

August

Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is also a wintry month in Rangitata, New Zealand, with an average temperature fluctuating between 3.3°C (37.9°F) and -3°C (26.6°F).

Temperature

August begins with an average high-temperature of a still wintry 3.3°C (37.9°F), reflecting close similarity to the preceding month. In Rangitata, August's nights observe an average temperature dip to a subzero cold -3°C (26.6°F).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are August and October, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

In August, in Rangitata, the rain falls for 5.7 days. Throughout August, 141mm (5.55") of precipitation is accumulated. In Rangitata, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139 days and collects up to 1917mm (75.47") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall in Rangitata. In Rangitata, in August, during 16.3 snowfall days, 954mm (37.56") of snow is typically accumulated. In Rangitata, during the entire year, snow falls for 107.9 days and aggregates up to 6417mm (252.64") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Rangitata is 10h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:06 pm NZST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 6.6h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Rangitata in August?
The high-temperature in Rangitata during August is 3.3°C (37.9°F) and the low-temperature is -3°C (26.6°F).
What are the most humid months in Rangitata?
August and October, with an average relative humidity of 89%, are most humid months in Rangitata, New Zealand.
What is the average humidity in August in Rangitata?
In August, the average relative humidity is 89%.
How much does it rain in Rangitata in August?
In Rangitata, New Zealand, in August, during 5.7 rainfall days, 141mm (5.55") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How many days does it snow in August in Rangitata?
In August, in Rangitata, it is snowing for 16.3 days. Throughout August, 954mm (37.56") of snow is accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Rangitata have in August?
The average day length in August in Rangitata is 10h and 21min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Rangitata?
On the first day of August in Rangitata, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:06 pm NZST.
How many hours of sunshine does Rangitata have in August?
In Rangitata, the average sunshine duration in August is 6.6h.
What is the UV index reading in August in Rangitata?
In Rangitata, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August - Rangitata, New Zealand
Average temperature in August
Rangitata, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in August: 3.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (13.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (2.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: -3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-3.3°C).

Average pressure in August - Rangitata, New Zealand
Average pressure in August
Rangitata, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in August: 1012.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1011.4mbar).

Average wind speed in August - Rangitata, New Zealand
Average wind speed in August
Rangitata, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in August: 9.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (9.6km/h).

Average humidity in August - Rangitata, New Zealand
Average humidity in August
Rangitata, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in August: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and October (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (83%).

Average rainfall in August - Rangitata, New Zealand
Average rainfall in August
Rangitata, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in August: 141mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (233mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (106mm).

Average rainfall days in August - Rangitata, New Zealand
Average rainfall days in August
Rangitata, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in August: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in August - Rangitata, New Zealand
Average snowfall in August
Rangitata, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in August: 954mm

The month with the highest snowfall is July (1245mm).
The month with the least snowfall is March (31mm).

Average snowfall days in August - Rangitata, New Zealand
Average snowfall days in August
Rangitata, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in August: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (16.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is February (0.9 days).

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August - Rangitata, New Zealand
Average sunshine days in August
Rangitata, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (10.5 days).

Average UV index in August - Rangitata, New Zealand
Average UV index in August
Rangitata, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in August: 2

The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August - Rangitata, New Zealand
Average cloud cover in August
Rangitata, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in August: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are October and November (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in August - Rangitata, New Zealand
Average visibility in August
Rangitata, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in August: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February and March (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (8km).

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