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Te Anau Weather in August

August in Te Anau brings low temperatures, with daytime highs of 8°C (46°F) and nights around 1°C (34°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 159 mm (6.3 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Te Anau in August

You can expect rain on around 12 days based on historical patterns, with 159 mm (6.3 in) average for the month. The rain this month tends to fall in heavier spells rather than light drizzle. When it rains, showers can be significant.

Temperature in Te Anau in August

In August, Te Anau gets low temperatures, with highs of 8°C (46°F). Nights cool to around 1°C (34°F). The month of August belongs to the winter season. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. With lows around 1°C (34°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

August in Te Anau can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

Te Anau Temperature in August

Min Temperature

1°C (34°F)

Max Temperature

8°C (46°F)

Chance of Rain

40%

Precipitation

159 mm (6.3 in)

Rainy days

12 days

Te Anau Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Te Anau - and find the best time to visit.

January

17°C (63°F)View January → February

17°C (63°F)View February → March

15°C (59°F)View March → April

13°C (55°F)View April → May

10°C (50°F)View May → June

7°C (45°F)View June → July

7°C (45°F)View July → August

8°C (46°F)View August → September

10°C (50°F)View September → This monthOctober

12°C (54°F)View October → November

13°C (55°F)View November → December

16°C (61°F)View December →

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Daily Historical Temperatures

30-year average (1995-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Te Anau typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 8°C (46°F). Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 3°C (37°F) to 5°C (41°F).

Average temperatures in August

Daily Historical Precipitation

30-year average (1995-2025)

Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.

Average precipitation in August

Historical weather records for Te Anau in August

Browse day-by-day weather records for Te Anau spanning 33 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Te Anau historical weather extremes in August

The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Te Anau from 2000 through 2026.

On August 25, 2008, temperatures climbed to 19°C (66°F), marking the warmest August day on record.
The coldest August day was on August 15, 2011, with a maximum of -1°C (30°F).
Te Anau registered its coldest August night on August 11, 2015, with temperatures dropping to -8°C (18°F).
The wettest August day on record brought 61 mm (2.4 in) of precipitation to Te Anau (August 17, 2017).

Best Places in New Zealand in August

Find out more about the weather in New Zealand and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of New Zealand in August →

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation

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).

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

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in August: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

What to Wear in Te Anau in August

Cold weather calls for smart layering in August. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything!