August weather forecast
Rotorua, New Zealand

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Weather in August

August marks the last phase of winter in Rotorua, where the city starts to show signs of transitioning into spring. Despite the lingering winter chill, a subtle increase in average temperatures signals the forthcoming spring. Correspondingly, daylight hours also see a positive flux, evoking a sense of anticipation for warmer days. However, August surprises with the highest number of rainy days at 16.9, tempering the city’s gentle ebb into spring. Wind conditions offer a snappy contrast to Rotorua's cool temperatures, with gusts hitting speeds of 15.7km/h (9.8mph).

Temperature

August's presence in Rotorua records an average high-temperature of a still fresh 12.6°C (54.7°F), closely mirroring July's climate. Throughout August, the temperature in Rotorua falls to an average low of 4.7°C (40.5°F).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In August, in Rotorua, the rain falls for 16.9 days. Throughout August, 74mm (2.91") of precipitation is accumulated. In Rotorua, New Zealand, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.2 days and collects up to 748mm (29.45") of precipitation.

Snowfall

The only month with snowfall in Rotorua is August. August is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.1 days and accumulates 1mm (0.04") of snow.

Daylight

In Rotorua, the average length of the day in August is 10h and 41min.
On the first day of August in Rotorua, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:52 pm NZST.

Sunshine

August has the least sunshine of the year in Rotorua, with an average of 5.8h of sunshine.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Rotorua is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Rotorua?

The high-temperature, in August, in Rotorua, records 12.6°C (54.7°F), while the low-temperature is 4.7°C (40.5°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Rotorua?

The average relative humidity in August in Rotorua is 86%.

How much does it rain in Rotorua in August?

In Rotorua, New Zealand, in August, during 16.9 rainfall days, 74mm (2.91") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Rotorua?

August is the month with the most snowfall in Rotorua. Snow falls for 0.1 days and accumulates 1mm (0.04") of snow.

When does it start to snow in Rotorua?

August is the first month it typically snows in Rotorua. Throughout August, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of snow.

What is the average length of the day in August in Rotorua?

In August, the average day length is 10h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Rotorua?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rotorua, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:52 pm NZST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Rotorua?

With an average of 5.8h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year in Rotorua, New Zealand.

How many hours of sunshine does Rotorua have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Rotorua, New Zealand, is 5.8h.

How high is the UV index in August in Rotorua?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Rotorua, New Zealand

Average temperature in August - Rotorua, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in August: 12.6°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and February (22.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (11.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 4.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (12.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (4.1°C).

Average pressure in August
Rotorua, New Zealand

Average pressure in August - Rotorua, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in August: 1014.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1014mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Rotorua, New Zealand

Average wind speed in August - Rotorua, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in August: 9.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (8.9km/h).

Average humidity in August
Rotorua, New Zealand

Average humidity in August - Rotorua, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in August: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (78%).

Average rainfall in August
Rotorua, New Zealand

Average rainfall in August - Rotorua, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in August: 74mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (82mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (45mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Rotorua, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in August - Rotorua, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (11.9 days).

Average snowfall in August
Rotorua, New Zealand

Average snowfall in August - Rotorua, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in August: 1mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (1mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August
Rotorua, New Zealand

Average snowfall days in August - Rotorua, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Rotorua, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in August - Rotorua, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are May and July (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (10.1 days).

Average UV index in August
Rotorua, New Zealand

Average UV index in August - Rotorua, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in August: 3

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Rotorua, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in August - Rotorua, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in August: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 44).

Average visibility in August
Rotorua, New Zealand

Average visibility in August - Rotorua, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in August: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, June, July, October, November and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, August and September (7km).

Rotorua, New Zealand

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