Weather in The Anchorage, Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand in August

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Visiting The Anchorage, Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand in August

The weather in August is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise quickly into September. August has average maximum temperatures of 10°C (51°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 44% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.6 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in The Anchorage.

August has total rainfall of 16.1cm (6.3inches) making it often dry with only moderate showers. There are only 14.2 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the many clear days.

Sea temperatures are a cold 12°C (54°F). August is too cold for swimming in The Anchorage for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in August is slightly cooler than the previous month.

August remains cold and wet, with limited opportunities for beach activities. Swimming and sunbathing are not recommended, and snorkeling and diving conditions are still poor. Windsurfing and kitesurfing are less popular due to the cold, unpredictable winds. Consider visiting The Anchorage in the months of January, February, March, December, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for August.

Can you sunbathe in The Anchorage in August?

No, August is not a good time for sunbathing in The Anchorage.

August has average maximum temperatures of 10°C (51°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 44% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.6 hours of sunshine per day. August has total rainfall of 16.1cm (6.3inches) making it often dry with only moderate showers. There are only 14.2 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the many clear days.

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Can you swim in The Anchorage in August?

No, August is too cold for swimming in The Anchorage for any length of time, with the sea water at 12°C (54°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

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Is August a good time to holiday in The Anchorage?

No, August is not a good time for a holiday in The Anchorage.

August has average maximum temperatures of 10°C (51°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 44% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.6 hours of sunshine per day. August has total rainfall of 16.1cm (6.3inches) making it often dry with only moderate showers. There are only 14.2 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the many clear days. It is not a good time for sunbathing in The Anchorage. Sea temperatures are a cold 12°C (54°F). August is too cold for swimming in The Anchorage for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

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Is The Anchorage warm in August?

No, The Anchorage is too cold for sunbathing in August.

The average maximum temperature in The Anchorage in August is 10°C (51°F). The average maximum temperature is 10°C (50°) in the previous month and 14°C (58°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in The Anchorage in August is 7°C (45°F). The average temperature is 6°C (44°F) in the previous month and 10°C (50°F) in the next month.

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How sunny is The Anchorage in August?

The average day light hours per day in The Anchorage in August are 10.5. The sunshine percentage is 44% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.6 hours of sunshine per day.

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Crowds in The Anchorage in August

As winter begins to transition into spring, the beach at The Anchorage remains quiet and uncrowded. There are no public holidays or special events in August, and the weather is still relatively cool, so the beach does not attract large crowds.

Temperature in The Anchorage in August

The weather in August is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise quickly into September. The average maximum temperature in The Anchorage in August is 10°C (51°F). The average maximum temperature is 10°C (50°F) in the previous month and 14°C (58°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in The Anchorage in August is 7°C (45°F). The average temperature is 6°C (44°F) in the previous month and 10°C (50°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in The Anchorage in August is 4°C (39°F). The minimum temperature is 3°C (37°F) in the previous month and 6°C (43°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in The Anchorage in August

The days in August are longer than the previous month and the days continue to get a bit longer into September. August has marginally more hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to rise into September. During August the average day light hours are 10.5 per day in The Anchorage. The sunshine percentage is 44% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.6 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index in The Anchorage in August is typically 2.7 during August. An ultraviolet index reading of 0 to 2 indicates low danger from the sun's UV rays for the average person. Most people will be able to spend several hours in the sun with out a problem, however unprotected skin risks burning in less than 1 hour. Wear sunglasses on bright days. Only those that burn easily will need to apply sunscreen. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in The Anchorage in August

The average sea water temperature in The Anchorage in August is 12.3°C (54.1°F) which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. The sea temperature in August is slightly cooler than the previous month.

Rainfall in The Anchorage in August

August weather is slightly wetter than the previous month. August has a couple of more days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to rise slightly into September. The average total rainfall in The Anchorage in August is 16.1cm (6.3inches) and on average there are 14.2 rainy days in August making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

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