August weather forecast
Ward, New Zealand

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the winter in Ward, is another chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 9.8°C (49.6°F) and min 6°C (42.8°F).

Temperature

The transition into August shows a subtle variation to a still chilly 9.8°C (49.6°F) from July's 9.1°C (48.4°F) in the average high-temperature. A modest decline from daytime high temperatures in Ward, New Zealand, is noticed in August, marking the average low at a still frosty 6°C (42.8°F).

Humidity

In Ward, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.

Rainfall

In Ward, during August, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 19mm (0.75") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 121.2 rainfall days, and 380mm (14.96") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, August, October through December are months without snowfall in Ward, New Zealand.

Daylight

In Ward, New Zealand, the average length of the day in August is 10h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 5:57 pm NZST.

Sunshine

In Ward, the average sunshine in August is 7.5h.

UV index

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Ward. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during August translates into these guidelines:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ward in August?
In Ward, in August, the average high-temperature is 9.8°C (49.6°F), and the average low-temperature is 6°C (42.8°F).
What is the average humidity in August in Ward?
In Ward, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.
How many days does it rain in August in Ward?
In August, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout August, 19mm (0.75") of precipitation is accumulated.
When it does not snow in Ward?
January through May, August, October through December are months without snowfall.
Does it snow in Ward in August?
In August, in Ward, New Zealand, it doesn't snow. July is the latest month when it typically snows.
How many hours of daylight does Ward have in August?
In Ward, New Zealand, the average day length in August is 10h and 29min.
When are sunrise and sunset in August in Ward?
In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ward, New Zealand, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 5:57 pm NZST.
How many hours of sunshine does Ward have in August?
The average sunshine duration in August in Ward, New Zealand, is 7.5h.
When is the lowest UV index in Ward?
The months with the lowest UV index in Ward, New Zealand, are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 3.
What is the UV index reading in August in Ward?
The average daily maximum UV index in August in Ward is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Ward, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in August: 9.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (19°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (9.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (13.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.2°C).

Average pressure in August
Ward, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in August: 1012.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.5mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Ward, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in August: 14.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (15.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (13.1km/h).

Average humidity in August
Ward, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Ward, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in August: 19mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (45mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (16mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Ward, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in August: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (7.3 days).

Average snowfall days in August
Ward, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

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

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
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: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in August
Ward, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in August: 21.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (13.6 days).

Average UV index in August
Ward, 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 May, June, July, August and September (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in August
Ward, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in August: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 38).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in August
Ward, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

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

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