Christchurch weather in August (Canterbury, New Zealand)
Planning a trip to Christchurch in August? This guide provides all the details you need.
In August, Christchurch typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. August falls within the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 13°C. But by evening, they drop to around 4°C.
Christchurch in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 58 mm for the month. Typically around 12 days of rainfall is expected.
The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 153 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Christchurch. January, February, March and December typically offer the best circumstances. While June, July and August tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Christchurch climate page with graphs.
Christchurch, monthly averages in August
Min Temperature
4°C
Max Temperature
13°C
Water Temperature
10°C
Chance of Rain
40%
Precipitation
58 mm
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
86%
Windspeed
11 km/h
Sunshine
153 hours
Percentage Sunshine
48%
Where to go in New Zealand in August
Find out more about the weather in New Zealand in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in Christchurch in August?
Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. With a water temperature of around 10°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.
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