Mount Maunganui weather in August (Bay of Plenty, New Zealand)
What's the typical weather in Mount Maunganui for August? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.
Temperatures
The month of August in Mount Maunganui typically brings moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 15°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 9°C.
Precipitation
Mount Maunganui in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 126 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 15 days will see rain.Average sunshine
The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 175 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Mount Maunganui. January generally stands out with the best circumstances. While June, July, August, September and October tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Mount Maunganui climate page with graphs.
Mount Maunganui, monthly averages in August
Min Temperature
9°C
Max Temperature
15°C
Water Temperature
14°C *
Chance of Rain
51%
Precipitation
126 mm
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
82% *
Windspeed
14 km/h *
Sunshine
175 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
50% *
Where to go in New Zealand in August
Find out more about the weather in New Zealand and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
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. With a water temperature of around 14°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Interested in more climate information?
This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Mount Maunganui.
Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to New Zealand? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in New Zealand. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
