August is a cold and slightly rainy time for sunbathing in Waikawau Bay and not really recommended. August is too cold for swimming in Waikawau Bay for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. Consider visiting Waikawau Bay in the months of January, February, March, December, for the best beach weather.
Also consider one of our other suggestions for August.
August is still winter in New Zealand, and the weather remains cold and wet at Waikawau Bay. The beach is not a popular destination during this time, and you can expect it to be very quiet with very few people around.
The average maximum temperature in Waikawau Bay in August is 15°. The average maximum temperature is 15° in the previous month and 16° in the next month.
The average temperature in Waikawau Bay in August is 11°. The average temperature ranges is 10° in the previous month and 13° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Waikawau Bay in August is 7°. The minimum temperature is 6° in the previous month and 10° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Waikawau Bay in August are 10.7 and there are 4.8 hours of sunshine per day on average during August making it a sunny month that is overcast at times.
The ultraviolet index in Waikawau Bay in August is typically 3.5 during August. An ultraviolet index reading of 3 to 5 indicates there is a moderate risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Keep out of the sun during the strongest hours around midday when unprotected skin risks burning in less than 30 minutes. For the sensitive wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days, and after swimming or sweating. Tanning for hours is possible with the right application of sun cream. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Waikawau Bay in August is 15° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.
The average total rainfall in Waikawau Bay in August is 5.2cm and on average there are 13 rainy days in August making it a slightly wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Waikawau Bay in August is 10° which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 8° in the previous month and 11° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Waikawau Bay in August is typically 84.3%. The maximum relative humidity is 86.8% in the previous month and 85.5% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Waikawau Bay in August is typically 70.4%. The average relative humidity is 72.1% in the previous month and 70.5% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Waikawau Bay in August is typically 23kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 23kmh in the previous month and 25kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Waikawau Bay in August is typically 13kmh. The average wind speed is 13kmh in the previous month and 14kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Waikawau Bay in August is from the North.
