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Arthur's Pass Weather in August

With daytime temperatures of 7°C (45°F) and nighttime lows of -1°C (30°F), August in Arthur's Pass brings low temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that August is part of the rainy season, with frequent and often heavy snow/rainfall.

Rainfall in Arthur's Pass in August

As part of the rainy season, Arthur's Pass sees around 17 days of rain in August, with an average of 205 mm (8.1 in). Rain during the rainy season is significant rather than just light drizzle. Expect proper showers on most rainy days.

Temperature in Arthur's Pass in August

Expect highs of 7°C (45°F) in Arthur's Pass in August, with nights dropping to around -1°C (30°F). The month of August belongs to the winter season. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. With lows of -1°C (30°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated.

Sunshine in Arthur's Pass in August

The month brings about 140 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and rainy moments.

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Arthur's Pass Temperature in August

Min Temperature
-1°C (30°F)
Max Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Chance of Rain
57%
Precipitation
205 mm (8.1 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Humidity
81% *
Sunshine
140 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Hokitika, New Zealand (53 KM, 33 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Arthur's Pass in August

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Arthur's Pass in August. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Arthur's Pass in August

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    5/10
  • Cycling
    4/10
  • Walking
    4/10
  • Camping
    1/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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