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Temperature in Canterbury in August

Canterbury is a region in New Zealand. August in has maximum daytime temperatures ranging from low in Mount Cook Village with 3°C to moderate temperatures in Lincoln with 13°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C in Lincoln and -4°C in Mount Cook Village. During August, winter is in full swing.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Canterbury in August?

Explore the map below to discover average August temperatures at the top destinations in Canterbury. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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Legend very warm warm pleasant moderate cold very cold
Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

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  • What is the warmest city in August in Canterbury?
    • From a thorough analysis of our records, Lincoln clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 13°C, and evenings that remain near 4°C.

  • What is the coldest city in August in Canterbury?
    • In our database, Mount Cook Village is the chilliest city in August in Canterbury. Daytime temperatures typically peak at 3°C, while the nighttime lows hover around -4°C.

  • How much sun does Canterbury get in August?
    • Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 153 hours of sunlight anticipated in Christchurch. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.

  • What is the water's temperature in August?
    • The water temperature averages approximately 10°C in Christchurch this month, so not the best month to swim.

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