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Rai Valley weather in August (Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand)

Looking to travel to Rai Valley in August? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In August, Rai Valley generally has moderate temperatures and high rainfall. August falls within the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 13°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 4°C.

Rai Valley in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 112 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 11 days of rain.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 184 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

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

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

 

Rai Valley, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 13°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 38%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 112 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 86% *  
SunshineSunshine 184 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Nelson, New Zealand (25 KM, 15 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 Rai Valley 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
Outdoor sports
9/10

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