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Whanganui weather in August (Manawatu, New Zealand)

Looking to travel to Whanganui in August? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In August, Whanganui typically experiences moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 14°C, while night temperatures can drop to 8°C.

Whanganui in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 107 mm for the month. Typically around 15 days of rainfall is expected.

The city usually sees around 121 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January, February and March typically offer the best circumstances. While July tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Whanganui, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 107 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 84% *  
SunshineSunshine 121 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Palmerston North, New Zealand (66 KM, 41 Miles).

Where to go in New Zealand in August

Find out more about the weather in New Zealand in August and which places have the best weather 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 Whanganui in August?

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 in August.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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