Weather in Raglan, New Zealand in August

So you're interested in going to Raglan, New Zealand in August

August is a cold and slightly rainy time for sunbathing in Raglan and not really recommended. August is too cold for swimming in Raglan for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. Consider visiting Raglan in the months of January, February, March, December, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for August.

Temperature in Raglan in August

The average maximum temperature in Raglan in August is 15°. The average maximum temperature is 15° in the previous month and 16° in the next month.

The average temperature in Raglan 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 Raglan in August is . The minimum temperature is in the previous month and 10° in the next month.

Sunshine in Raglan in August

The average day light hours per day in Raglan in August are 10.7 and there are 4.6 hours of sunshine per day on average during August making it a sunny month that is overcast at times.

The ultraviolet index in Raglan 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.

Sea Temperature in Raglan in August

The average sea water temperature in Raglan in August is 14.1° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.

Rainfall in Raglan in August

The average total rainfall in Raglan in August is 4.3cm and on average there are 14.2 rainy days in August making it a slightly wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Raglan in August

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Raglan in August is 10° which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is in the previous month and 11° in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Raglan in August is typically 86.1%. The maximum relative humidity is 88.4% in the previous month and 87% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Raglan in August is typically 72.6%. The average relative humidity is 74.3% in the previous month and 72.3% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Raglan in August

The average maximum wind speed in Raglan in August is typically 24kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 24kmh in the previous month and 26kmh in the next month.

The average wind speed in Raglan in August is typically 14kmh. The average wind speed is 13kmh in the previous month and 15kmh in the next month.

The average wind direction in Raglan in August is from the North-Northwest.

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