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Waitati weather in August (Otago, New Zealand)

Is Waitati a good destination in August, weather-wise? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

In August, Waitati typically experiences low temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 12°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 3°C.

Precipitation

Waitati in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 48 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 16 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 122 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Waitati. January, February, March and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While June, July and August tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Waitati climate page with graphs.

 

Waitati, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 3°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 12°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 52%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 48 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 77% *  
SunshineSunshine 122 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 41% *  
* Data from: Dunedin, New Zealand (35 KM, 22 Miles).

Where to go 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.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
5/10
Outdoor sports
6/10

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