August is a very cold and slightly rainy time for sunbathing in New Zealand, and not recommended. August is too cold for swimming in New Zealand for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. Consider visiting New Zealand in the months of January, February, March, December, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for August.
The average maximum temperature in New Zealand in August is 9°. The average maximum temperature is 9° in the previous month and 10° in the next month.
The average temperature in New Zealand in August is 7°. The average temperature ranges is 7° in the previous month and 8° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in New Zealand in August is 5°. The minimum temperature is 5° in the previous month and 6° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in New Zealand in August are 10.6 and there are 5 hours of sunshine per day on average during August making it a sunny month that is overcast at times.
The ultraviolet index in New Zealand 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 New Zealand in August is 12.9° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.
The average total rainfall in New Zealand in August is 1cm and on average there are 11 rainy days in August making it a slightly wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in New Zealand in August is 7° which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 6° in the previous month and 7° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in New Zealand in August is typically 58%. The maximum relative humidity is 58.8% in the previous month and 58% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in New Zealand in August is typically 50.5%. The average relative humidity is 51.6% in the previous month and 49.6% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in New Zealand in August is typically 17kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 16kmh in the previous month and 18kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in New Zealand in August is typically 9kmh. The average wind speed is 9kmh in the previous month and 10kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in New Zealand in August is from the South.
