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The weather in August is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into September. August has average maximum temperatures of 11°C (51°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 41% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.2 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Lake Wakatipu.
August has total rainfall of 3cm (1.2inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 10.1 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.
Sea temperatures are a cold 7°C (45°F). August is too cold for swimming in Lake Wakatipu for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in August is slightly cooler than the previous month.
August is the last month of winter at Lake Wakatipu, with cold weather and occasional snowfall in the surrounding mountains. Swimming and sunbathing are not recommended, but the lake remains a scenic destination for beach walks and picnics. Water sports such as windsurfing and kitesurfing are less popular due to the cold temperatures and unpredictable wind conditions. Consider visiting Lake Wakatipu in the months of January, February, March, December, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for August.
No, August is not a good time for sunbathing in Lake Wakatipu.
August has average maximum temperatures of 11°C (51°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 41% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.2 hours of sunshine per day. August has total rainfall of 3cm (1.2inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 10.1 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.
More about August temperature and sunshine.
No, August is too cold for swimming in Lake Wakatipu for any length of time, with the sea water at 7°C (45°F), unless you have a wetsuit.
More about August sea temperatures.
No, August is not a good time for a holiday in Lake Wakatipu.
August has average maximum temperatures of 11°C (51°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 41% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.2 hours of sunshine per day. August has total rainfall of 3cm (1.2inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 10.1 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Lake Wakatipu. Sea temperatures are a cold 7°C (45°F). August is too cold for swimming in Lake Wakatipu for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.
More about the August temperatures and sunshine.
No, Lake Wakatipu is too cold for sunbathing in August.
The average maximum temperature in Lake Wakatipu in August is 11°C (51°F). The average maximum temperature is 10°C (51°) in the previous month and 12°C (54°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in Lake Wakatipu in August is 8°C (47°F). The average temperature is 8°C (46°F) in the previous month and 10°C (49°F) in the next month.
More info about the August temperatures and sunshine.
The average day light hours per day in Lake Wakatipu in August are 10.2. The sunshine percentage is 41% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.2 hours of sunshine per day.
More about August sunshine.
August is the last month of winter in New Zealand, and the beaches at Lake Wakatipu remain quiet and uncrowded. The weather is still cold, and there are no public holidays or special events in August that would affect the crowds.
The weather in August is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into September. The average maximum temperature in Lake Wakatipu in August is 11°C (51°F). The average maximum temperature is 10°C (51°F) in the previous month and 12°C (54°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in Lake Wakatipu in August is 8°C (47°F). The average temperature is 8°C (46°F) in the previous month and 10°C (49°F) in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Lake Wakatipu in August is 6°C (43°F). The minimum temperature is 6°C (42°F) in the previous month and 7°C (45°F) in the next month.
The days in August are much longer than the previous month and the days continue to get a bit longer into September. August has slightly more hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to rise slightly into September. During August the average day light hours are 10.2 per day in Lake Wakatipu. The sunshine percentage is 41% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.2 hours of sunshine per day.
The ultraviolet index in Lake Wakatipu in August is typically 2.4 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.
The average sea water temperature in Lake Wakatipu in August is 7°C (44.6°F) which is extremely cold and not suitable for swimming. Taking a dip at this temperature would risk hypothermia. The sea temperature in August is slightly cooler than the previous month.
August weather is slightly drier than the previous month. August has a couple of less days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to drop slightly into September. The average total rainfall in Lake Wakatipu in August is 3cm (1.2inches) and on average there are 10.1 rainy days in August making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.
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