Weather in August in New Zealand
Thinking about venturing to New Zealand this August and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in New Zealand in August?
In August, New Zealand experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from cold to mild and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
Temperatures
During the day the temperature is cold in Mount Cook Village at 3°C and mild in Mangonui at 17°C. As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 10°C in Mangonui and -4°C in Mount Cook Village.For specific regional insights in New Zealand, refer to the map provided below.
Precipitation
In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Waitati with an average of 48 mm to heavy rainfall in Haast with 293 mm.Average sunshine
The city Auckland usually sees around 147 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.For a more detailed look at New Zealand's conditions throughout the year, check out our New Zealand climate page.
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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in August for the 5 most popular destinations in New Zealand?
Auckland
In August Auckland generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Christchurch
In August Christchurch generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Queenstown
In August Queenstown generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Rotorua
In August Rotorua generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Taupo
In August Taupo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is August the best time to visit New Zealand?
Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Auckland, August may not be the ideal time to visit New Zealand.
Generally speaking, January, February, March, April and November provide perfect weather in Auckland. On the other hand, the weather in June, July, August and September tend to be unpleasant.
Interested in more climate information?
We have much more information about the climate in New Zealand.
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