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Otaki weather in August (Wellington, New Zealand)

Can you expect sunny skies in Otaki in August? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

In August, Otaki tends to experience moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 12°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 7°C.

Precipitation

Otaki in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 145 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 16 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 121 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Otaki. January and February typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, June, July, August and September tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Otaki, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 12°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 52%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 145 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 84% *  
SunshineSunshine 121 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Palmerston North, New Zealand (59 KM, 36 Miles).

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.

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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 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.

What To Do

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
Outdoor sports
5/10

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