Richmond Weather in August

With daytime temperatures of 12°C (54°F) and nighttime lows of 5°C (41°F), August in Richmond brings moderate temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 118 mm (4.6 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Richmond in August

You can typically expect 12 days of rain this month, averaging around 118 mm (4.6 in). Rainfall intensity is on the higher side this month. Expect more substantial showers rather than light, passing rain.

Temperature in Richmond in August

August in Richmond brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 12°C (54°F) and nights around 5°C (41°F). Experience the winter season in August. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. At 5°C (41°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Richmond in August

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 184 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Richmond. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Richmond Temperature in August

Min Temperature 5°C (41°F)

Max Temperature 12°C (54°F)

Chance of Rain 40%

Precipitation 118 mm (4.6 in)

Rainy days 12 days

Humidity 86% *

Sunshine 184 hours *

Percentage Sunshine *

* Data from: Nelson, New Zealand (11 KM, 6 Miles).

Best Places in New Zealand in August

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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).

What to Wear in Richmond in August

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in August, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Richmond in August

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

5/10

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