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Okato weather in August (Taranaki, New Zealand)

How is the weather in Okato in August? This guide provides all the details you need.

In August, Okato generally has moderate temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 14°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 9°C.

Okato in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 175 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 20 days of the month will see rainfall.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 165 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January, February and March typically offer the best circumstances. While June and July tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Okato climate page with graphs.

 

Okato, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 67%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 175 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 20 days  
HumidityHumidity 84% *  
SunshineSunshine 165 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 49% *  
* Data from: New Plymouth, New Zealand (32 KM, 20 Miles).

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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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Okato 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.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10

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