Hamilton weather in August (Waikato, New Zealand)

Curious about the August weather in Hamilton? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In August, Hamilton generally has moderate temperatures and high rainfall. August falls within the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 16°C, while night temperatures can drop to 6°C.

Hamilton in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 128 mm for the month. Typically around 18 days of rainfall is expected.

The area enjoys a balanced 145 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Hamilton. January, February, March and November typically offer the best circumstances. While June, July, August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Hamilton, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 59%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 128 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 88%  
SunshineSunshine 145 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in New Zealand in August

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

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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 Hamilton in August?

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 in August.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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