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Motueka Weather in August

August in Motueka brings moderate temperatures, with daytime highs of 12°C (54°F) and nights around 6°C (43°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 134 mm (5.3 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Motueka in August

You can expect rain on around 13 days based on historical patterns, with 134 mm (5.3 in) average for the month. When showers do arrive, they tend to be on the heavier side. Worth being prepared even if rain days are not that numerous.

Temperature in Motueka in August

Motueka in August gets highs of 12°C (54°F) during the day and drops to 6°C (43°F) at night. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. With overnight lows of 6°C (43°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Motueka in August

The city usually sees around 166 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. February typically offers the best weather for Motueka.

Motueka Temperature in August

Min Temperature

6°C (43°F)

Max Temperature

12°C (54°F)

Chance of Rain

43%

Precipitation

134 mm (5.3 in)

Rainy days

13 days

Sunshine

166 hours

Percentage Sunshine

Motueka Weather by Month

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January

21°C (70°F)View January → February

21°C (70°F)View February → March

19°C (66°F)View March → April

17°C (63°F)View April → May

15°C (59°F)View May → June

13°C (55°F)View June → July

12°C (54°F)View July → August

12°C (54°F)View August → September

14°C (57°F)View September → This monthOctober

16°C (61°F)View October → November

17°C (63°F)View November → December

19°C (66°F)View December →

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Daily Historical Temperatures

50-year average (1976-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Motueka typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 12°C (54°F). Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 4°C (39°F) to 7°C (45°F).

Average temperatures in August

Daily Historical Precipitation

50-year average (1976-2025)

Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.

Average precipitation in August

Historical weather records for Motueka in August

Browse day-by-day weather records for Motueka spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Motueka historical weather extremes in August

Based on 50 years of weather observations (1976-2026), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Motueka.

On August 10, 2024, temperatures climbed to 24°C (75°F), marking the warmest August day on record.
The lowest daytime temperature in August was 6°C (43°F), recorded on August 30, 1990.
The coldest night in August in Motueka was on August 16, 2001, with a minimum of -2°C (28°F).

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation

Temperatures Precipitation

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).

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in August: blue is cold, red is hot.

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in August: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

What to Wear in Motueka 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.