Nelson Region Weather in August

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

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Nelson Hira

Are you planning a trip a to Nelson Region, New Zealand in August and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Nelson Region in August

Nelson Region, New Zealand is a region in New Zealand. August in Nelson Region generally has mild temperatures, with high precipitation. The month of August is in the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 12°C (54°F) and nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) in Nelson.

For specific regional insights in Nelson Region, New Zealand, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

August is a rainy month with an average rainfall of around 120 mm (4.7 in) in Nelson.

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Nelson gets around 184 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Nelson Region by month

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

January21°C (70°F) February21°C (70°F) March20°C (68°F) April17°C (63°F) May15°C (59°F) June12°C (54°F) This monthJuly12°C (54°F) August12°C (54°F) September14°C (57°F) October16°C (61°F) November17°C (63°F) December19°C (66°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Nelson Region in August

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Nelson Region

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Nelson Region, New Zealand?

Temperature range in Nelson Region (August)

Precipitation variation in Nelson Region (August)

Nelson

In August Nelson generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
161 hours
184 hours
189 hours
Monthly rainfall
113 mm (4.4 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
126 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
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Hira

In August Hira generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
161 hours
184 hours
189 hours
Monthly rainfall
110 mm (4.3 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Nelson Region in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Nelson 12°C (54°F) 5°C (41°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)
Hira 13°C (55°F) 5°C (41°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)

Nelson Region weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Nelson Region, New Zealand in August?

Nelson Region, New Zealand typically experiences poor weather in August, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Nelson average around 12°C (54°F), and temperatures drop to about 5°C (41°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Nelson Region, New Zealand in August?

In Nelson, the average daytime high in August is 12°C (54°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 5°C (41°F).

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

Nelson Region, New Zealand sees substantial rainfall in August. Nelson typically averages about 120 mm (4.7 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Nelson Region, New Zealand?

In our view, August might not be the best time to travel to Nelson Region, New Zealand with often poor weather in Nelson.

Generally speaking, February and March provide perfect weather in Nelson. The weather in June, July and August, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Nelson Region.

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