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Makarora Weather in August

With daytime temperatures of 5°C (41°F) and nighttime lows of -2°C (28°F), August in Makarora brings low temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that August is part of the rainy season, with frequent and often heavy snow/rainfall.

Rainfall in Makarora in August

As part of the rainy season, Makarora sees around 11 days of rain in August, with an average of 198 mm (7.8 in). Rain during the rainy season here tends to be intense rather than just persistent drizzle. Expect significant downpours.

Temperature in Makarora in August

August in Makarora brings low temperatures, with highs of 5°C (41°F) and nights around -2°C (28°F). August marks the winter season. Expect a distinctly cold feel throughout the day, not just overnight. With overnight lows of -2°C (28°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold. It is a very cold month, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm. It's always better to be prepared than to find oneself shivering in the cold.

Sunshine in Makarora in August

The area enjoys a balanced 155 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too rainy nor too sunny.

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Makarora Temperature in August

Min Temperature
-2°C (28°F)
Max Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Chance of Rain
37%
Precipitation
198 mm (7.8 in)
Rainy days
11 days
Sunshine
155 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Wanaka, New Zealand (52 KM, 32 Miles).

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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 Makarora in August

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Makarora in August. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Makarora in August

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

  • Swimming
    5/10
  • Cycling
    3/10
  • Walking
    3/10
  • Camping
    1/10
  • Outdoor sports
    3/10

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