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Whitianga Weather in August

Whitianga in August sees moderate daytime temperatures of 15°C (59°F) and nighttime lows of 11°C (52°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 126 mm (5 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.

Rainfall in Whitianga in August

Typically, you can expect about 19 days of rain this month, with 126 mm (5 in) on average. Expect frequent rainfall this month, and not just light drizzle. When it rains, it tends to come down hard.

Temperature in Whitianga in August

August in Whitianga sees highs of 15°C (59°F) and lows of 11°C (52°F) overnight. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. Nights drop to around 11°C (52°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable. During August, the city enjoys the most temperate climate of the year.

August in Whitianga has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

Whitianga Temperature in August

Min Temperature

11°C (52°F)

Max Temperature

15°C (59°F)

Chance of Rain

62%

Precipitation

126 mm (5 in)

Rainy days

19 days

Whitianga Weather by Month

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January

22°C (72°F)View January → February

23°C (73°F)View February → March

21°C (70°F)View March → April

20°C (68°F)View April → May

18°C (64°F)View May → June

16°C (61°F)View June → July

15°C (59°F)View July → August

15°C (59°F)View August → September

16°C (61°F)View September → This monthOctober

17°C (63°F)View October → November

18°C (64°F)View November → December

20°C (68°F)View December →

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Historical weather records for Whitianga in August

Browse day-by-day weather records for Whitianga spanning 25 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Whitianga historical weather extremes in August

Based on 20 years of weather observations in Whitianga between 2006 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.

On August 20, 2022, temperatures climbed to 20°C (68°F), marking the warmest August day on record.
On August 16, 2011, Whitianga saw its coldest August day with temperatures maxing out at 8°C (46°F).
The lowest overnight temperature recorded in August was 0°C (32°F) (August 4, 2023).
The wettest day in August Whitianga was on August 14, 2010 with 75 mm (3 in) of precipitation.

Best Places in New Zealand in August

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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 Whitianga in August

The weather can be unpredictable in August, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho.