August weather forecast
Whitianga, New Zealand

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Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is another mild month in Whitianga, New Zealand, with an average temperature fluctuating between 13.7°C (56.7°F) and 10.7°C (51.3°F).

Temperature

August's weather records an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 13.7°C (56.7°F), showing little deviation from July. Recording a slight decline in temperature during the nights, Whitianga's August temperatures average at a fresh 10.7°C (51.3°F).

Humidity

In Whitianga, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19 days and accumulates 84mm (3.31") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

With an average sea temperature of 15.3°C (59.5°F), August is the month with the coldest seawater.
Note: The majority of individuals find swimming in 15.3°C (59.5°F) to be unenjoyable. The difficulty in controlling breathing rises as the temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In Whitianga, the average length of the day in August is 10h and 45min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:32 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:56 pm NZST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.4h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Whitianga is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Whitianga in August?

In Whitianga, in August, the average high-temperature is 13.7°C (56.7°F), and the average low-temperature is 10.7°C (51.3°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Whitianga?

In Whitianga, New Zealand, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.

What is the wettest month in Whitianga?

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 19 days and typically aggregates up to 84mm (3.31") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Whitianga in August?

In Whitianga, New Zealand, in August, it is raining for 19 days, with typically 84mm (3.31") of accumulated precipitation.

What month is the sea coldest in Whitianga?

August is the month with the coldest seawater in Whitianga, New Zealand, with an average sea temperature of 15.3°C (59.5°F).

What is the sea temperature in August in Whitianga?

In August, the average sea temperature in Whitianga is 15.3°C (59.5°F). For most, swimming in 15.3°C (59.5°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

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

In Whitianga, New Zealand, the average day length in August is 10h and 45min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Whitianga?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:32 pm. On the last day of the month, in Whitianga, New Zealand, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:56 pm NZST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Whitianga?

The month with the least sunshine in Whitianga is August, with an average of 6.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in Whitianga?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Whitianga, New Zealand, is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Whitianga?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Whitianga is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in August
Whitianga, New Zealand

Average temperature in August - Whitianga, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in August: 13.7°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 (13.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 10.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (17.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.2°C).

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Average pressure in August
Whitianga, New Zealand

Average pressure in August - Whitianga, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in August: 1015.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.2mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and September (1014.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Whitianga, New Zealand

Average wind speed in August - Whitianga, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in August: 20.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (21.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (15.5km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Whitianga, New Zealand

Average humidity in August - Whitianga, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April, May and July (78%).

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Average rainfall in August
Whitianga, New Zealand

Average rainfall in August - Whitianga, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in August: 84mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (84mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (37mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Whitianga, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in August - Whitianga, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in August: 19 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.6 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Whitianga, New Zealand

Average sea temperature in August - Whitianga, New Zealand
  • Average sea temperature in August: 15.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (21.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (15.3°C).

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

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Whitianga, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in August - Whitianga, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in August: 8.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.4 days).

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Average UV index in August
Whitianga, New Zealand

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

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

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Average cloud cover in August
Whitianga, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in August - Whitianga, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in August: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in August
Whitianga, New Zealand

Average visibility in August - Whitianga, 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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