August weather forecast
Riversdale, New Zealand

August

Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is a fresh month in Riversdale, New Zealand, with temperature in the range of an average low of 5.2°C (41.4°F) and an average high of 10.7°C (51.3°F).

Temperature

As August unfolds, the average high-temperature reaches a cool 10.7°C (51.3°F), hinting at a slight fluctuation from the previous month. The nighttime temperature in Riversdale, during August, averages of 5.2°C (41.4°F).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Riversdale is 82%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 16.8 days and typically collects 46mm (1.81") of precipitation.

Snowfall

May, August and September are months with snowfall. August is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.3 days and accumulates 13mm (0.51") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 10h and 14min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:14 pm NZST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in August translates into these instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Riversdale?
The high-temperature, in August, in Riversdale, records 10.7°C (51.3°F), while the low-temperature is 5.2°C (41.4°F).
What is the average humidity in August in Riversdale?
The average relative humidity in August in Riversdale is 82%.
What is the driest month in Riversdale?
The month with the least rainfall in Riversdale is August, when the rain falls for 16.8 days and typically collects 46mm (1.81") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in August in Riversdale?
In Riversdale, New Zealand, during August, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 46mm (1.81") of precipitation.
What is the snowiest month in Riversdale?
August is the month with the most snowfall in Riversdale. Snow falls for 0.3 days and accumulates 13mm (0.51") of snow.
When does it start to snow in Riversdale?
August is the first month it typically snows in Riversdale, New Zealand. Throughout August, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 13mm (0.51") of snow.
How many hours of daylight does Riversdale have in August?
In Riversdale, the average day length in August is 10h and 14min.
When are sunrise and sunset in August in Riversdale?
On the first day of August in Riversdale, New Zealand, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:14 pm NZST.
How long on average sun shines in August in Riversdale?
The average sunshine duration in August in Riversdale is 5.9h.
What is the UV index reading in August in Riversdale?
The average daily maximum UV index in August is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August - Riversdale, New Zealand
Average temperature in August
Riversdale, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in August: 10.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (17.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (9.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 5.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (10.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (5.2°C).

Average pressure in August - Riversdale, New Zealand
Average pressure in August
Riversdale, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in August: 1010.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1015.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1009.2mbar).

Average wind speed in August - Riversdale, New Zealand
Average wind speed in August
Riversdale, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in August: 15.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (19.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (15km/h).

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, October, November and December (79%).

Average rainfall in August - Riversdale, New Zealand
Average rainfall in August
Riversdale, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in August: 46mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and November (76mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (46mm).

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (15.7 days).

Average snowfall in August - Riversdale, New Zealand
Average snowfall in August
Riversdale, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in August: 13mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (13mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, June, July, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August - Riversdale, New Zealand
Average snowfall days in August
Riversdale, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are August and September (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, June, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Riversdale, New Zealand
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Riversdale, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August - Riversdale, New Zealand
Average sunshine days in August
Riversdale, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in August: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (11.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (7.1 days).

Average UV index in August - Riversdale, New Zealand
Average UV index in August
Riversdale, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in August: 3

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August - Riversdale, New Zealand
Average cloud cover in August
Riversdale, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in August: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 49).

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

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

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