Oakura Weather in August

Oakura in August sees moderate temperatures, with highs around 14°C (57°F) and overnight lows of 9°C (48°F). With the rainy season in full effect, expect around 178 mm (7 in) of rainfall and regular showers throughout the month.

Rainfall in Oakura in August

Oakura is in the rainy season in August, with rain on around 20 days and an average of 178 mm (7 in). Rainfall this month is frequent and tends to be fairly heavy when it does fall. Packing waterproofs is a good idea.

Temperature in Oakura in August

If you're visiting Oakura in August, expect highs of 14°C (57°F) and overnight lows around 9°C (48°F). Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. With lows around 9°C (48°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Oakura in August

The area enjoys a balanced 165 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too rainy nor too sunny.

Wind Speed in Oakura in August

Wind speeds average 5 m/s (10 knots) during August. At this speed, gentle to moderate breezes make small trees sway and the wind creates whitecaps on water bodies. Daily variations range from moderate winds to stronger breezes, creating excellent conditions for sailing, kite flying and wind sports.

Average water temperature in August

The water temperature is 13°C (55°F) — chilly, but perfectly fine for a swim if you're not too sensitive to cold water. A short wetsuit can make longer sessions more comfortable.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. January, February and March typically offer the best weather for Oakura.

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Oakura Temperature in August

Min Temperature 9°C (48°F)  

Max Temperature 14°C (57°F)  

Water Temperature 13°C (55°F) *  

Chance of Rain 66%  

Precipitation 178 mm (7 in)  

Rainy days 20 days  

Humidity 84% *  

Windspeed 5 m/s (10 knots) *  

Sunshine 165 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 49% *  

* Data from: New Plymouth, New Zealand (23 KM, 14 Miles).

What to Wear in Oakura 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. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. With water temperatures around 13°C (55°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Oakura in August

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

3/10

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More climate data for Oakura

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