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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 13°C (55°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 48.2% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.1 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in South Island.
August has total rainfall of 4.7cm (1.9inches) making it mostly dry with very rare light showers although there are 15.6 days with some rainfall, so on the days it does rain it is only light and intermittent and shouldn't affect your beach enjoyment too much.
Sea temperatures are a cold 13°C (55°F). August is too cold for swimming in South Island for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in August is slightly cooler than the previous month.
Consider visiting South Island 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 South Island.
August has average maximum temperatures of 13°C (55°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 48.2% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.1 hours of sunshine per day. August has total rainfall of 4.7cm (1.9inches) making it mostly dry with very rare light showers although there are 15.6 days with some rainfall, so on the days it does rain it is only light and intermittent and shouldn't affect your beach enjoyment too much.
More about August temperature and sunshine.
No, August is too cold for swimming in South Island for any length of time, with the sea water at 13°C (55°F), unless you have a wetsuit.
More about August sea temperatures.
No, August is not a good time for a holiday in South Island.
August has average maximum temperatures of 13°C (55°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 48.2% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.1 hours of sunshine per day. August has total rainfall of 4.7cm (1.9inches) making it mostly dry with very rare light showers although there are 15.6 days with some rainfall, so on the days it does rain it is only light and intermittent and shouldn't affect your beach enjoyment too much. It is not a good time for sunbathing in South Island. Sea temperatures are a cold 13°C (55°F). August is too cold for swimming in South Island for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.
More about the August temperatures and sunshine.
No, South Island is too cold for sunbathing in August.
The average maximum temperature in South Island in August is 13°C (55°F). The average maximum temperature is 12°C (54°) in the previous month and 15°C (59°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in South Island in August is 10°C (49°F). The average temperature is 9°C (48°F) in the previous month and 11°C (52°F) in the next month.
More info about the August temperatures and sunshine.
The average day light hours per day in South Island in August are 10.6. The sunshine percentage is 48.2% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.1 hours of sunshine per day.
More about August sunshine.
The weather in August is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into September. The average maximum temperature in South Island in August is 13°C (55°F). The average maximum temperature is 12°C (54°F) in the previous month and 15°C (59°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in South Island in August is 10°C (49°F). The average temperature is 9°C (48°F) in the previous month and 11°C (52°F) in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in South Island in August is 7°C (45°F). The minimum temperature is 6°C (43°F) in the previous month and 9°C (47°F) in the next month.
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 10.6 per day in South Island. The sunshine percentage is 48.2% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.1 hours of sunshine per day.
The ultraviolet index in South Island in August is typically 3.3 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 South Island in August is 12.9°C (55.2°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.
August weather is slightly wetter than the previous month. August has a few more days of rain than the previous month. The average total rainfall in South Island in August is 4.7cm (1.9inches) and on average there are 15.6 rainy days in August making it a wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in South Island in August is 7°C (44°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 7°C (44°F) in the previous month and 8°C (8°F) in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in South Island in August is typically 60.5%. The maximum relative humidity is 61.4% in the previous month and 60.5% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in South Island in August is typically 52.7%. The average relative humidity is 53.8% in the previous month and 51.8% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in South Island in August is typically 18KM/H (11MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 17KM/H (11MPH) in the previous month and 19KM/H (12MPH) in the next month.
The average wind speed in South Island in August is typically 10KM/H (6MPH). The average wind speed is 9KM/H (6MPH) in the previous month and 11KM/H (7MPH) in the next month.
The average wind direction in South Island in August is from the South-Southwest.
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