August weather forecast
Waikaia, New Zealand

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Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is also an icy month in Waikaia, New Zealand, with an average temperature varying between -1.8°C (28.8°F) and 5.3°C (41.5°F).

Temperature

The shift into August reveals an average high-temperature of a still cold 5.3°C (41.5°F), closely mirroring July's climate. In August, Waikaia experiences an average nighttime temperature of -1.8°C (28.8°F).

Humidity

In Waikaia, the average relative humidity in August is 89%.

Rainfall

In Waikaia, in August, during 12.3 rainfall days, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 181.7 rainfall days, and 617mm (24.29") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Waikaia are March through November. In Waikaia, in August, during 2.4 snowfall days, 45mm (1.77") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 16.1 snowfall days, and 223mm (8.78") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Waikaia, New Zealand, the average length of the day in August is 10h and 14min.
On the first day of August in Waikaia, sunrise is at 8:03 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

In Waikaia, the average sunshine in August is 6.6h.

UV index

In Waikaia, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is August in Waikaia?

Waikaia in August has an average high-temperature of 5.3°C (41.5°F) and an average low-temperature of -1.8°C (28.8°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Waikaia?

In August, the average relative humidity in Waikaia is 89%.

How many days does it rain in August in Waikaia?

In Waikaia, New Zealand, in August, during 12.3 rainfall days, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in August in Waikaia?

In Waikaia, during August, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 45mm (1.77") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Waikaia have in August?

The average day length in August is 10h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Waikaia?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:38 pm. On the last day of the month, in Waikaia, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:14 pm NZST.

How many hours of sunshine does Waikaia have in August?

In Waikaia, New Zealand, the average sunshine duration in August is 6.6h.

What is the UV index reading in August in Waikaia?

In Waikaia, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Waikaia, New Zealand

Average temperature in August - Waikaia, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in August: 5.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (17°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (3.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: -1.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (6.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-2.4°C).

Average pressure in August
Waikaia, New Zealand

Average pressure in August - Waikaia, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in August: 1011.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1010.6mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Waikaia, New Zealand

Average wind speed in August - Waikaia, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and August (8.4km/h).

Average humidity in August
Waikaia, New Zealand

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (76%).

Average rainfall in August
Waikaia, New Zealand

Average rainfall in August - Waikaia, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in August: 38mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (71mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (29mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Waikaia, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in August - Waikaia, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (10.9 days).

Average snowfall in August
Waikaia, New Zealand

Average snowfall in August - Waikaia, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in August: 45mm

The month with the highest snowfall is July (51mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August
Waikaia, New Zealand

Average snowfall days in August - Waikaia, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in August: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is July (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January and February (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
Waikaia, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in August - Waikaia, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Waikaia, New Zealand

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

The months with the highest UV index are January and December (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are May and July (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Waikaia, New Zealand

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

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in August
Waikaia, New Zealand

Average visibility in August - Waikaia, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in August: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are January and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July and August (7km).

Waikaia, New Zealand

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