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Otira in August sees low daytime temperatures of 7°C (45°F) and nighttime lows of 0°C (32°F). As part of the rainy season, showers are frequent and often heavy. Budget around 223 mm (8.8 in) of snow/rainfall for the month.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Otira typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 7°C (45°F). Nights are cold, with lows around 4°C (39°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Otira spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on weather observations in Otira between 1976 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during August.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Otira in August. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.
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