New Zealand (Auckland) · August
Low seasonNew Zealand · Oceania
Max Temp
15.1°C
Min Temp
8.9°C
Sunshine
5.2 h/day
Rain Days
12 days
Water Temp
14.3°C
Rainfall
102.2 mm
Humidity
83%
Avg Temp
11.9°C
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
August in New Zealand (Auckland) is on the cool side — with highs around 15°C it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 15°C, cooling to 9°C at night (daily average: 12°C). With 5 sunshine hours per day and 12 rain days (102 mm), this is one of the cloudier months. At 14°C, the water is still quite cool in August — a wetsuit may be useful.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Winter: Mild für europäische Begriffe (10–14°C), Regensaison. Skigebiete auf dem Tongariro aktiv, Neuseeland im Winterlicht dramatisch und wenig überlaufen.
Packing list for New Zealand (Auckland) in August
- Langarmhemden und leichte Hosen
- Leichte Jacke
- Pullover oder Fleece
- Sonnencreme
- Sonnenbrille
- Leichter Regenschirm oder Regenponcho
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is August a good time to visit New Zealand (Auckland)?
- August is not an optimal month for New Zealand (Auckland) (Score: 38/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider January and February.
- How warm is it in New Zealand (Auckland) in August?
- In August, New Zealand (Auckland) sees daily highs of 15°C. Nights cool to 9°C, with a daily average of 12°C.
- How much rain falls in New Zealand (Auckland) in August?
- In August, New Zealand (Auckland) receives an average of 102 mm of rain over 12 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does New Zealand (Auckland) get in August?
- New Zealand (Auckland) averages 5 sunshine hours per day in August — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in New Zealand (Auckland) in August?
- Water temperature in New Zealand (Auckland) in August averages 14°C — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.
