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Takaka Weather in August

August in Takaka sees daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and lows of 6°C (43°F) at night. With around 169 mm (6.7 in) of rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.

Rainfall in Takaka in August

The climate data from previous years indicates about 16 days of rain, averaging 169 mm (6.7 in) for the month. This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.

Temperature in Takaka in August

August in Takaka brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 12°C (54°F) and nights around 6°C (43°F). Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. With overnight lows of 6°C (43°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Takaka in August

The area enjoys a balanced 166 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

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

Takaka Temperature in August

Min Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Max Temperature
12°C (54°F)
Chance of Rain
53%
Precipitation
169 mm (6.7 in)
Rainy days
16 days
Sunshine
166 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Motueka, New Zealand (33 KM, 20 Miles).

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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 Takaka in August

Pack for changing conditions in Takaka in August. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Takaka 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

Takaka 3-Day Forecast

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