New ZealandThe weather in August in Wanaka
It's cool in August in Wanaka with an average temperature of 11°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 7°C to a high of 14°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 Wanaka, 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 2022, Wanaka reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 2°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -12°C to a highest value of 9°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In August, there is an average of 53 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. Of the total precipitation, about 6,4 cm falls as snow in August. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in August for Wanaka
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Wanaka. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Wanaka | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 11°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 14°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | -2°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 53 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 9 days | 13 days |
| Total snowfall | 6,4 cm | 0 cm |
| Snowy days | 3 days | 0 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Wanaka with cold temps, averaging around 10°C during the day and nights around 0°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 10°C, with nights around 0°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Wanaka is around 13°C, while nighttime temps are about 1°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 Wanaka, 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 Wanaka
Temperature in August in Wanaka over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Wanaka, 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 Wanaka
Total precipitation in August in Wanaka over the years
Daily Snowfall in August in Wanaka
Snowfall in August in Wanaka per year
Daily UV index in August in Wanaka
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Wanaka, 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 Wanaka by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Wanaka. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.