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Darfield Weather in August

August in Darfield brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 13°C (55°F) and nights dropping to 3°C (37°F). Rainfall is on the higher side this month, averaging around 83 mm (3.3 in), so keep a rain jacket handy.

Rainfall in Darfield in August

The climate data from previous years indicates about 12 days of rain, averaging 83 mm (3.3 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Darfield in August

Darfield in August gets highs of 13°C (55°F) during the day and drops to 3°C (37°F) at night. August marks the winter season. Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. With lows around 3°C (37°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Darfield in August

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 153 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. January, February, March and December typically offer the best weather for Darfield.

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Darfield Temperature in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 3°C (37°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 13°C (55°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 41%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 83 mm (3.3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 86% *  
SunshineSunshine 153 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 48% *  
* Data from: Christchurch, New Zealand (35 KM, 22 Miles).

Best Places in New Zealand in August

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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 (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 Darfield in August

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in August, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Darfield in August

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
6/10

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