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New ZealandThe weather in August in Lake Tekapo
It's cool in August in Lake Tekapo with an average temperature of 11°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 9°C to a high of 13°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -2°C and 2°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 Lake Tekapo, 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 20°C in 2014, Lake Tekapo reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 2°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -9°C to a highest value of 11°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In August, there is an average of 84 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. Of the total precipitation, about 4,9 cm falls as snow in August. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Daily weather in August for Lake Tekapo
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Lake Tekapo. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Lake Tekapo | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 11°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 13°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | -2°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 12 days | 13 days |
| Total snowfall | 4,9 cm | 0 cm |
| Snowy days | 2 days | 0 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Lake Tekapo with cold temps, averaging around 11°C during the day and nights around 0°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps rise to around 12°C, with nights around 0°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Lake Tekapo is around 13°C, while nighttime temps are about 2°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 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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Lake Tekapo, 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 Lake Tekapo
Temperature in August in Lake Tekapo over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Lake Tekapo, 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 Lake Tekapo
Total precipitation in August in Lake Tekapo over the years
Daily Snowfall in August in Lake Tekapo
Snowfall in August in Lake Tekapo per year
Daily UV index in August in Lake Tekapo
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Lake Tekapo, 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 Lake Tekapo by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Lake Tekapo. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.