Nelson Weather in August

August in Nelson sees daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and lows of 5°C (41°F) at night. With around 120 mm (4.7 in) of rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.

Rainfall in Nelson in August

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 12 days of rain, with 120 mm (4.7 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 Nelson in August

Nelson in August gets highs of 12°C (54°F) during the day and drops to 5°C (41°F) at night. Experience the winter season in August. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. With overnight lows of 5°C (41°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Nelson in August

The city usually sees around 184 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 Nelson. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.