Manapouri Weather in August

Thinking of visiting Manapouri in August? Expect low temperatures reaching 8°C (46°F) during the day, dropping to 1°C (34°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Manapouri in August

Typically around 14 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 156 mm (6.1 in) for the month. The rain this month tends to fall in heavier spells rather than light drizzle. When it rains, showers can be significant.

Temperature in Manapouri in August

If you're visiting Manapouri in August, expect highs of 8°C (46°F) and overnight lows around 1°C (34°F). Experience the winter season in August. 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.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Manapouri. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Manapouri Temperature in August

Min Temperature 1°C (34°F)  

Max Temperature 8°C (46°F)  

Chance of Rain 47%  

Precipitation 156 mm (6.1 in)  

Rainy days 14 days  

What to Wear in Manapouri in August

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Manapouri 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.

What To Do in Manapouri in August

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

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Barbeque

1/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

Select a Month

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit New Zealand, check out our Manapouri's climate page.

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