August weather forecast
Sanson, New Zealand

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the winter in Sanson, is another cool month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 5.7°C (42.3°F) and an average high of 12.4°C (54.3°F).

Temperature

As Sanson steps into August, the average high-temperature is measured at a still fresh 12.4°C (54.3°F), displaying minor differences from July's 11.3°C (52.3°F). Throughout August, Sanson anticipates an average low-temperature of 5.7°C (42.3°F).

Humidity

June through August, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 17.4 days. Throughout August, 62mm (2.44") of precipitation is accumulated. In Sanson, New Zealand, during the entire year, the rain falls for 186.5 days and collects up to 629mm (24.76") of precipitation.

Snowfall

August is the only month when snow falls. August is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.2 days and accumulates 2mm (0.08") of snow.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 10h and 34min.
On the first day of August in Sanson, New Zealand, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:53 pm NZST.

Sunshine

In Sanson, the average sunshine in August is 6.7h.

UV index

May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during August translates into the following directions:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sanson in August?
Sanson in August has an average high-temperature of 12.4°C (54.3°F) and an average low-temperature of 5.7°C (42.3°F).
What are the most humid months?
The months with the highest humidity are June through August, with an average relative humidity of 85%.
What is the average humidity in August?
The average relative humidity in August is 85%.
How much does it rain in Sanson in August?
In Sanson, New Zealand, in August, it is raining for 17.4 days, with typically 62mm (2.44") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the snowiest month in Sanson?
August is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.2 days and accumulates 2mm (0.08") of snow.
When does it start to snow?
August is the first month it typically snows. Throughout August, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 2mm (0.08") of snow.
What is the average length of the day in August?
The average day length in August is 10h and 34min.
When are sunrise and sunset in August?
In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:53 pm NZST.
How many hours of sunshine does Sanson have in August?
The average sunshine duration in August is 6.7h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3.
What is the UV index intensity in August?
The average daily maximum UV index in August is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Sanson, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in August: 12.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (21.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (11.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 5.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (12.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.4°C).

Average pressure in August
Sanson, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in August: 1013.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.1mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and November (1013mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Sanson, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in August: 12.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (14.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (11.8km/h).

Average humidity in August
Sanson, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in August: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and August (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (77%).

Average rainfall in August
Sanson, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in August: 62mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (66mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (32mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Sanson, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in August
Sanson, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in August: 2mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (2mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August
Sanson, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Sanson, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in August: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Sanson, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in August: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are September and October (8.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Sanson, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in August: 3

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in August
Sanson, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in August: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in August
Sanson, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in August: 9km

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

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