Temperature in The West Coast in August

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in the West Coast, New Zealand this August.

The West Coast, New Zealand, a region in New Zealand, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in August ranging from 7°C (45°F) in Otira to 13°C (55°F) in Greymouth. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Greymouth and 0°C (32°F) in Otira.

What is the temperature of the different cities in the West Coast, New Zealand in August?

Find the average daytime temperatures in August for the most popular destinations in the West Coast on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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Best Places to Visit in the West Coast in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in August: blue is cold, red is hot.

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The West Coast temperatures in August: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in the West Coast, New Zealand in August?

Average daytime highs in the West Coast, New Zealand during August reach about 13°C (55°F) in Greymouth.

How cold does it get at night in the West Coast, New Zealand in August?

Greymouth sees nighttime lows close to 6°C (43°F) in August.

What is the warmest city in August in the West Coast, New Zealand?

Data insights from our comprehensive database indicate that Greymouth is the city with the highest warmth. Daytime peaks average near 13°C (55°F), while the nights are characterized by a low temperature close to 6°C (43°F).

What is the coldest city in August in the West Coast, New Zealand?

Our database indicates that in August, Otira is the city with the coolest temperatures in the West Coast, New Zealand. You can expect daytime highs of 7°C (45°F) and nighttime lows close to 0°C (32°F).

How much sun does the West Coast, New Zealand get in August?

Greymouth usually sees around 140 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

What is the water temperature in August?

The water temperature averages approximately 12°C (54°F) in Hokitika this month, generally too cold for comfortable swimming.

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