Weather in August
Temperature
The shift from July to August is characterized by an average high-temperature of a still moderate 14°C (57.2°F), not significantly different from the 13.3°C (55.9°F) of July. Throughout the month of August, New Plymouth witnesses an average temperature of 6.6°C (43.9°F).Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 84.4%.Rainfall
In New Plymouth, in August, during 13.4 rainfall days, 117mm (4.61") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 134.8 rainfall days, and 1386mm (54.57") of precipitation is accumulated.Sea temperature
The months with the coldest seawater are July through October, with an average sea temperature of 14°C (57.2°F).Note: It is risky to swim in 14°C (57.2°F). Temperatures beneath 10°C (50°F) induce rapid cold shock and hyperventilation.
Daylight
In New Plymouth, the average length of the day in August is 10h and 38min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:00 pm NZST.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine in New Plymouth is 5.2h.UV index
In New Plymouth, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in August interprets into the following advice:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.
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Average temperature in August
New Plymouth, New Zealand
- Average high temperature in August: 14°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (22.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (13.3°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 6.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (13.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.8°C).
Average humidity in August
New Plymouth, New Zealand
- Average humidity in August: 84.4%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (86.1%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (80.1%).
Average rainfall in August
New Plymouth, New Zealand
- Average rainfall in August: 117.2mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (152.6mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (85.4mm).
Average rainfall days in August
New Plymouth, New Zealand
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).
Average sea temperature in August
New Plymouth, New Zealand
- Average sea temperature in August: 14°C
The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are February and March (19°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are July, August, September and October (14°C).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
New Plymouth, New Zealand
- Average daylight in August: 10h and 4min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 5h and 1min
The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average UV index in August
New Plymouth, New Zealand
- Average UV index in August: 3
The months with the highest UV index are January and December (UV index 11).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 2).
New Plymouth, New Zealand
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