Invercargill weather in August (Southland, New Zealand)
Curious about the August weather in Invercargill? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.
In August, Invercargill generally has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 12°C. But by evening, they drop to around 4°C.
Invercargill in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 84 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 17 days of the month will see rainfall.
The area enjoys a balanced 125 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.
If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures January, February, March and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While May and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Invercargill climate page with graphs.
Invercargill, monthly averages in August
Min Temperature
4°C
Max Temperature
12°C
Water Temperature
10°C
Chance of Rain
58%
Precipitation
84 mm
Rainy days
17 days
Humidity
84%
Windspeed
11 km/h
Sunshine
125 hours
Percentage Sunshine
40%
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 Invercargill 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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