Fox Glacier Weather in August
In Fox Glacier, August brings low daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), with nights cooling to 1°C (34°F). This month falls within the rainy season, so expect frequent rainfall.
Rainfall in Fox Glacier in August
Fox Glacier is in the rainy season in August, with rain on around 16 days and an average of 264 mm (10 in). The rain this month falls heavily when it arrives, so waterproofs are worth keeping handy.
Temperature in Fox Glacier in August
In August, Fox Glacier gets low temperatures, with highs of 9°C (48°F). Nights cool to around 1°C (34°F). During August, you'll experience the winter season. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. With overnight lows of 1°C (34°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.For additional travel inspiration, our weather planner can help you discover destinations worldwide.
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Fox Glacier Temperature in August
Min Temperature
1°C (34°F)
Max Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Chance of Rain
52%
Precipitation
264 mm (10 in)
Rainy days
16 days
Historical weather for Fox Glacier in August
Browse day-by-day weather records for Fox Glacier spanning 21 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Fox Glacier historical weather extremes in August
Our historical data for Fox Glacier spans 2006 to 2025, revealing these weather extremes.
- On August 23, 2022, temperatures climbed to 18°C (64°F), marking the warmest August day on record.
- The lowest daytime temperature in August was 0°C (32°F), recorded on August 3, 2024.
- Fox Glacier registered its coldest August night on August 4, 2024, with temperatures dropping to -11°C (12°F).
- The wettest day in August Fox Glacier was on August 1, 2010 with 118 mm (4.6 in) of precipitation.
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What to Wear in Fox Glacier in August
Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Fox Glacier in August. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions.What To Do in Fox Glacier in August
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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