National Park weather in August (Manawatu, New Zealand)
Planning a trip to National Park in August? This guide provides all the details you need.
In August, National Park typically experiences low temperatures and heavy rainfall. August is a winter month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 11°C, while night temperatures can drop to 3°C.
National Park in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 172 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 21 days of rain.
The city usually sees around 140 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit National Park. January and February generally stand out with the best circumstances. While May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized National Park climate page with graphs.
National Park, monthly averages in August
Min Temperature
3°C
Max Temperature
11°C
Chance of Rain
69%
Precipitation
172 mm
Rainy days
21 days
Sunshine
140 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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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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So, what should you wear in National Park 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.
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