August weather forecast
Auckland, New Zealand

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The city of Auckland, New Zealand, viewed across the water early morning
The city of Auckland, New Zealand, viewed across the water early morning

Weather in August

August represents the last phase of winter in Auckland and sets the foundation for the forthcoming spring. The sea temperatures start to rise slowly, reaching 14.7°C (58.5°F). The weather continues to be windy and rainy, with only a slight decrease from July's totals. With daylight hours beginning to lengthen, the month suggests an imminent seasonal transition. Auckland embraces this change with various indoor and outdoor activities.

Temperature

In Auckland, August's average high-temperature stands at a still moderate 14.4°C (57.9°F), closely related to the preceding month. Auckland's average temperature throughout the nights in August exhibits a minor decrease from daytime highs, stabilizing at a fresh 10.6°C (51.1°F).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Auckland, during August, the rain falls for 18.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 67mm (2.64") of precipitation. In Auckland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 186.5 days and collects up to 625mm (24.61") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

With an average sea temperature of 14.7°C (58.5°F), August is the month with the coldest seawater.
Note: Swimming in 14.7°C (58.5°F) at temperatures under 10°C (50°F) requires thermal swimsuits; otherwise, one can face cold shock and breathing difficulty. Even brief immersion at 13°C (55.4°F) feels frosty.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 10h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:59 pm NZST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.4h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in August leads to these guidelines:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Auckland, is 14.4°C (57.9°F) and the average low-temperature is 10.6°C (51.1°F).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in August?

In Auckland, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Auckland, in August, during 18.9 rainfall days, 67mm (2.64") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the coldest sea water?

With an average sea temperature of 14.7°C (58.5°F), August is the month with the coldest seawater.

What is the water temperature in August?

In Auckland, in August, the average water temperature is 14.7°C (58.5°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

How many hours of daylight does Auckland have in August?

In Auckland, the average day length in August is 10h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:59 pm NZST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is August, with an average of 6.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Auckland have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in August
Auckland, New Zealand

Average temperature in August - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in August: 14.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (22.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (13.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 10.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (17.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.4°C).

Average pressure in August
Auckland, New Zealand

Average pressure in August - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in August: 1015.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.3mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and September (1014.8mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Auckland, New Zealand

Average wind speed in August - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in August: 17.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (19km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (13.9km/h).

Average humidity in August
Auckland, New Zealand

Average humidity in August - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March and November (77%).

Average rainfall in August
Auckland, New Zealand

Average rainfall in August - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in August: 67mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (71mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (34mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Auckland, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in August - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in August: 18.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.1 days).

Average sea temperature in August
Auckland, New Zealand

Average sea temperature in August - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average sea temperature in August: 14.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (21.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (14.7°C).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Auckland, New Zealand

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in August: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in August
Auckland, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in August - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in August: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (7.7 days).

Average UV index in August
Auckland, New Zealand

Average UV index in August - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in August: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April and December (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in August
Auckland, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in August - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in August: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in August
Auckland, New Zealand

Average visibility in August - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

Auckland, New Zealand

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