New ZealandAverage weather for Aoraki/Mount Cook in August
It's cold in August in Aoraki/Mount Cook with an average temperature of 6°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 3°C to a high of 9°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -5°C and 0°C.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Aoraki/Mount Cook with cold temps, averaging around 5°C during the day and nights around -2°C. There are plenty of days with a good chance of precipitation. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps rise to around 6°C, with nights around -2°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Aoraki/Mount Cook is around 9°C, while nighttime temps are about 0°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In August, there is an average of 182 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 days. Of the total precipitation, about 23 cm falls as snow in August. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Aoraki/Mount Cook in August |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
6°C | 30°C | |
 Max. temperature |
9°C | 31°C | |
| Min. temperature |
3°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
182 mm | 79 mm | |
| Rainy days |
15 days | 13 days | |
 Total snowfall |
23 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy days |
11 days | 0 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit Aoraki/Mount Cook?
Looking for sun? August isn’t a good month to be in Aoraki/Mount Cook. There’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records
With 18°C in 2022, Aoraki/Mount Cook reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -6°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -17°C to a highest value of 10°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in Aoraki/Mount Cook
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in August for Aoraki/Mount Cook, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in August in Aoraki/Mount Cook
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Aoraki/Mount Cook, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect about 15 days of precipitation in Aoraki/Mount Cook.
Daily Snowfall in August in Aoraki/Mount Cook
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in August in Aoraki/Mount Cook, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in August.
Daily UV index in August in Aoraki/Mount Cook
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Aoraki/Mount Cook, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in August in Aoraki/Mount Cook over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Aoraki/Mount Cook, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in August in Aoraki/Mount Cook over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Aoraki/Mount Cook, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in August in Aoraki/Mount Cook per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in August in Aoraki/Mount Cook, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in August for Aoraki/Mount Cook
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Average weather in Aoraki/Mount Cook by month
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