August weather forecast
Wakefield, New Zealand

August

Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is another cool month in Wakefield, New Zealand, with temperature in the range of an average low of 4.1°C (39.4°F) and an average high of 11.1°C (52°F).

Temperature

The beginning of August records an average high-temperature of a still cool 11.1°C (52°F), almost echoing the conditions of the previous month. During the nights in August, the temperature averages to an icy 4.1°C (39.4°F).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Wakefield are June and August, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Wakefield, in August, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 62mm (2.44") of accumulated precipitation. In Wakefield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.7 days and collects up to 634mm (24.96") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, August through December are months without snowfall in Wakefield.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 10h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:32 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:02 pm NZST.

Sunshine

June and August, with an average of 7.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Wakefield.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Wakefield are April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Wakefield?
In Wakefield, in August, the average high-temperature is 11.1°C (52°F), and the average low-temperature is 4.1°C (39.4°F).
What is the most humid month in Wakefield?
The months with the highest humidity in Wakefield, New Zealand, are June and August, with an average relative humidity of 82%.
What is the average humidity in August in Wakefield?
In August, the average relative humidity in Wakefield, New Zealand, is 82%.
How much does it rain in Wakefield in August?
In Wakefield, in August, during 13.5 rainfall days, 62mm (2.44") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When it does not snow in Wakefield?
In Wakefield, snow does not fall in January through June, August through December.
Does it snow in Wakefield in August?
In August, it doesn't snow. July is the latest month when it typically snows.
What is the average length of the day in August in Wakefield?
In August, the average day length in Wakefield is 10h and 30min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Wakefield?
In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:02 pm NZST.
What are the months with the least sunshine in Wakefield?
The months with the least sunshine in Wakefield, New Zealand, are June and August, with an average of 7.5h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in August in Wakefield?
In Wakefield, the average sunshine duration in August is 7.5h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Wakefield?
April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Wakefield, New Zealand.
How high is the UV index in August in Wakefield?
In Wakefield, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August - Wakefield, New Zealand
Average temperature in August
Wakefield, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in August: 11.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (20.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (10.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 4.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (11.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (3.8°C).

Average pressure in August - Wakefield, New Zealand
Average pressure in August
Wakefield, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in August: 1013.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1012.5mbar).

Average wind speed in August - Wakefield, New Zealand
Average wind speed in August
Wakefield, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9km/h).

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and August (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (75%).

Average rainfall in August - Wakefield, New Zealand
Average rainfall in August
Wakefield, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in August: 62mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (68mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (31mm).

Average rainfall days in August - Wakefield, New Zealand
Average rainfall days in August
Wakefield, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are October and December (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in August - Wakefield, New Zealand
Average snowfall in August
Wakefield, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

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

Average snowfall days in August - Wakefield, New Zealand
Average snowfall days in August
Wakefield, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is July (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Wakefield, New Zealand
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Wakefield, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in August: 10h and 3min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August - Wakefield, New Zealand
Average sunshine days in August
Wakefield, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are February and March (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (13.2 days).

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

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

Average cloud cover in August - Wakefield, New Zealand
Average cloud cover in August
Wakefield, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in August: 36

The months with the most cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 27).

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

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

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