Gisborne Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Gisborne, New Zealand in August.

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Planning a getaway to Gisborne, New Zealand this August and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Gisborne in August

Gisborne, New Zealand is a region in New Zealand. August in Gisborne generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation. During August, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 15°C (59°F) and nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) in Gisborne.

To explore the conditions in Gisborne, New Zealand in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

August is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 88 mm (3.5 in) in Gisborne.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Gisborne, you can expect around 166 hours of sunlight in August, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

Explore Gisborne by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Gisborne — and find the best time to visit. (based on Gisborne)

January24°C (75°F) February24°C (75°F) March22°C (72°F) April20°C (68°F) May18°C (64°F) June15°C (59°F) This monthJuly14°C (57°F) August15°C (59°F) September17°C (63°F) October19°C (66°F) November20°C (68°F) December22°C (72°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Gisborne in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Gisborne.

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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).

Popular Destinations in Gisborne

What is the weather like in August for the most popular destinonation in Gisborne, New Zealand?

Gisborne

In August Gisborne generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

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Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
124 hours
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Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
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Gisborne weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Gisborne, New Zealand in August?

Expect tolerable weather across Gisborne, New Zealand in August. The popular destination of Gisborne averages 15°C (59°F) by day and 7°C (45°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Gisborne, New Zealand in August?

Average temperatures in Gisborne, New Zealand during August range from a nighttime low near 7°C (45°F) to a daytime high around 15°C (59°F) in Gisborne.

Does Gisborne, New Zealand get a lot of rain in August?

Not particularly. Gisborne averages just 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for Gisborne, New Zealand.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Gisborne, New Zealand?

In our opinion, August is a good time to visit Gisborne, New Zealand with overall tolerable weather in Gisborne. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Gisborne, New Zealand is in January, February, March, April, November and December with generally perfect weather in Gisborne. The weather in July, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.

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