Weather in Christchurch in august 2024

The weather in Christchurch in august comes from statistical datas on the past years. You can view the weather statistics the entire month, but also by clicking on the tabs for the beginning, the middle and the end of the month.

Average weather throughout august

bad weather 17.3cm

Weather at 6am
43°F

Partly Cloudy

28%

Cloudy

13%

Moderate rain at times

9%

Weather at 12pm
54°F

Partly Cloudy

28%

Cloudy

20%

Moderate rain at times

8%

Weather at 6pm
47°F

Partly Cloudy

29%

Cloudy

16%

Moderate rain at times

9%

Weather at 3am
43°F

Clear/Sunny

40%

Partly Cloudy

24%

Cloudy

13%

Moderate rain at times

10%



Evolution of daily average temperature and precipitation in Christchurch in august

These charts show the evolution of average minimum/maximum temperatures as well as average daily precipitation volume in Christchurch in august.


The climate of Christchurch in august is bad

In august in Christchurch, the climate is quite dry (with 2.7in of precipitation over 4 days). It should be noted a worsening from the previous month since in july there is an average of 2in of precipitation over 3 days.

The climate is fairly cold there the month of august, but it is livable by dressing warm. Temperatures are up to 54°F. In the morning the temperature drops to 43°F. Thus, the mean temperature average on this month of august in Christchurch is 49°F. These temperatures are far removed from those records observed in Christchurch in august with a maximum record of 65°F in 2011 and a minimum record of 29°F in 2011.

In august in Christchurch, the days on average last 10:20. Sunrise is at 08:24 and sunset is at 18:44.

With an unfavorable weather, this month is not recommended to go in Christchurch.



August: another location in New Zealand?

If you want to go to New Zealand in august, there are destinations with better weather than Christchurch:

In august, Cape Reinga, Omamari, Dargaville, Kaitaia, Kerikeri and Ruakaka have good weather.

Finally, Auckland, Rotorua, Wellington, Tauranga, Abel Tasman National Park and Castlepoint have a tolerable climate, but better than Christchurch.

more information about New Zealand's weather in august



Seasonal average climate and temperature of Christchurch in august

Check below seasonal norms These datas are compiled from the weather statements of the past years of the month of august.

August
Outside temperature
Average temperature 49°F
Highest temperature 54°F
Lowest temperature 43°F
Highest record temperature 65°F
(2011)
Lowest record temperature 29°F
(2011)
Number of days at +65°F 0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days at -32°F 1 day(s)
(3%)
Sea temperature
Average sea temperature 50°F
Lowest sea temperature 48°F
Highest sea temperature 51°F
Wind
Wind speed 18km/h
Wind temperature 38°F
Precipitation (rainfall)
Rainfall 2.7in
Number of days with rainfall 4 day(s)
(12%)
Record daily rainfall 2.7in
(2010)
Snowfall 17.3cm
Other climate data
Humidity 87%
Visibility 9.13km
Cloud cover 41%
UV index 3
Daily sunshine hours 9
Sunrise and sunset
Time of sunrise 08:24
Time of sunset 18:44
Length of day 10:20
Our opinion about the weather in august
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net bad


How was the weather last august?

Here is the day by day recorded weather in Christchurch in august 2023:

01-08-2023
Clear/Sunny
49°F to 59°F
02-08-2023
Partly Cloudy
43°F to 49°F
03-08-2023
Cloudy
41°F to 49°F
04-08-2023
Partly Cloudy
36°F to 52°F
05-08-2023
Partly Cloudy
45°F to 49°F
06-08-2023
Partly Cloudy
41°F to 52°F
07-08-2023
Clear/Sunny
43°F to 54°F
08-08-2023
Overcast
38°F to 49°F
09-08-2023
Clear/Sunny
34°F to 50°F
10-08-2023
Cloudy
36°F to 45°F
11-08-2023
Clear/Sunny
34°F to 47°F
12-08-2023
Clear/Sunny
36°F to 49°F
13-08-2023
Clear/Sunny
36°F to 56°F
14-08-2023
Cloudy
40°F to 54°F
15-08-2023
Overcast
36°F to 52°F
16-08-2023
Overcast
36°F to 50°F
17-08-2023
Partly Cloudy
38°F to 49°F
18-08-2023
Clear/Sunny
36°F to 50°F
19-08-2023
Overcast
36°F to 52°F
20-08-2023
Clear/Sunny
47°F to 59°F
21-08-2023
Patchy rain nearby
45°F to 50°F
22-08-2023
Partly Cloudy
43°F to 50°F
23-08-2023
Partly Cloudy
38°F to 50°F
24-08-2023
Overcast
41°F to 52°F
25-08-2023
Clear/Sunny
40°F to 52°F
26-08-2023
Clear/Sunny
41°F to 52°F
27-08-2023
Light rain
43°F to 47°F
28-08-2023
Clear/Sunny
36°F to 49°F
29-08-2023
Clear/Sunny
38°F to 56°F
30-08-2023
Clear/Sunny
40°F to 56°F
31-08-2023
Clear/Sunny
40°F to 56°F

Map: other cities in New Zealand in august

Cities near Christchurch:

Akaroa in augustbad weather
Ashburton in augustbad weather
Timaru in augustvery bad weather
Kaikoura in augustbad weather
McKenzie Beach in augustvery bad weather
Hokitika in augustbad weather
Greymouth in augustbad weather
Nelson Lakes in augusttolerable weather
Lake Tekapo in augustvery bad weather
Franz Josef / Waiau in augustvery bad weather
Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park in augustvery bad weather
Westport in augusttolerable weather
New Zealand in august: See full list of cities

Click over cities on the map for information about the weather in august.

Legend: Christchurch perfect weather good tolerable bad very bad


Weather data for Christchurch in august:

Weather data for Christchurch for august are derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Christchurch. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Christchurch can vary slightly from year to year, but this data should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags or check for the best time in year to go to Christchurch.


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