Blenheim weather in August (Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand)

What's the typical weather in Blenheim for August? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

In August, Blenheim tends to experience moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. During August, the winter season is in full swing. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 13°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 5°C.

Precipitation

Blenheim in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 81 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 10 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 184 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Blenheim. January, February, March and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, June, July and August tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Blenheim climate page with graphs.

 

Blenheim, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 5°C  

Max Temperature 13°C  

Chance of Rain 34%  

Precipitation 81 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 86% *  

Sunshine 184 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Nelson, New Zealand (62 KM, 38 Miles).

Where to go in New Zealand in August

Find out more about the weather in New Zealand and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

So, what should you wear in this month?

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.

What To Do

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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