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New ZealandThe weather in August in Dunedin
It's cool in August in Dunedin with an average temperature of 13°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 10°C to a high of 16°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 0°C and 5°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Dunedin, New Zealand. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 31°C in 2020, Dunedin reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 5°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -7°C to a highest value of 13°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In August, there is an average of 34 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,2 cm falls as snow in August. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in August for Dunedin
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Dunedin. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Dunedin | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 13°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 16°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 0°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 34 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 7 days | 13 days |
| Total snowfall | 0,2 cm | 0 cm |
| Snowy days | 1 day | 0 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Dunedin with cool temps, averaging around 12°C during the day and nights around 3°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps rise to around 14°C, with nights around 2°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Dunedin is around 15°C, while nighttime temps are about 3°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Dunedin, New Zealand. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Dunedin
Temperature in August in Dunedin over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Dunedin, New Zealand. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in August in Dunedin
Total precipitation in August in Dunedin over the years
Daily Snowfall in August in Dunedin
Snowfall in August in Dunedin per year
Daily UV index in August in Dunedin
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Dunedin, 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.
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Average weather in Dunedin by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Dunedin. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.