August weather forecast
Wellington, New Zealand

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A red cable bus on the road in Wellington, New Zealand, with the view of the sea, mountains, and the city in the distance
A red cable bus on the road in Wellington, New Zealand, with the view of the sea, mountains, and the city in the distance

Weather in August

Wellington in August witnesses no significant relief from the icy winter conditions. Moving from July, the air feels a tad colder. However, the city experiences a slight reduction in rainfall, from 44mm (1.73") to 35mm (1.38") in the previous month. The shorter and colder days make room for indoor entertainment. Despite the cold, Wellington remains a sight to behold under the blanket of frost.

Temperature

At the onset of August, Wellington records an average high-temperature of a still fresh 11.8°C (53.2°F), showing little deviation from the preceding month. Wellington's August nights observe a minor shift from the daytime temperatures, resulting in an average dip to a chilly 9.5°C (49.1°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 79%.

Rainfall

In Wellington, during August, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 35mm (1.38") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 144.3 rainfall days, and 394mm (15.51") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

August is the month with the coldest seawater, with an average sea temperature of 12.3°C (54.1°F).
Note: Diving into 12.3°C (54.1°F) is practical below 10°C (50°F), given you're wearing protective swim gear; without it, expect a quick onset of cold shock and a struggle to breathe. Merely touching waters at 13°C (55.4°F) feels ice-cold.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Wellington is 10h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 5:55 pm NZST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 7h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 during August translates into the following directions:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Wellington in August?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 11.8°C (53.2°F) and 9.5°C (49.1°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in August in Wellington?

In Wellington, New Zealand, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.

How much does it rain in Wellington in August?

In Wellington, New Zealand, in August, during 13.4 rainfall days, 35mm (1.38") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When is the sea coldest in Wellington?

With an average sea temperature of 12.3°C (54.1°F), August is the month with the coldest seawater in Wellington, New Zealand.

How cold is the water in August in Wellington?

In Wellington, the average seawater temperature in August is 12.3°C (54.1°F). Swimming in 12.3°C (54.1°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the average length of the day in August in Wellington?

The average day length in August in Wellington, New Zealand, is 10h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Wellington?

On the first day of August in Wellington, New Zealand, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 5:55 pm NZST.

How long on average sun shines in August in Wellington?

The average sunshine duration in August in Wellington, New Zealand, is 7h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Wellington?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Wellington is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in August
Wellington, New Zealand

Average temperature in August - Wellington, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in August: 11.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (18.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (11.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 9.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (15.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9°C).

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Average pressure in August
Wellington, New Zealand

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.7mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and November (1012.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Wellington, New Zealand

Average wind speed in August - Wellington, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in August: 24.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (26.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (23.1km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Wellington, New Zealand

Average humidity in August - Wellington, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, April and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (78%).

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Average rainfall in August
Wellington, New Zealand

Average rainfall in August - Wellington, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in August: 35mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (47mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (20mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Wellington, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in August - Wellington, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Wellington, New Zealand

Average sea temperature in August - Wellington, New Zealand
  • Average sea temperature in August: 12.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (17.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (12.3°C).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Wellington, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Wellington, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in August - Wellington, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in August
Wellington, New Zealand

Average UV index in August - Wellington, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in August: 4

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

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Average cloud cover in August
Wellington, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in August - Wellington, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in August: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in August
Wellington, New Zealand

Average visibility in August - Wellington, 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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