New Plymouth weather in August (Taranaki, New Zealand)
Looking to travel to New Plymouth in August? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.
In August, New Plymouth generally has moderate temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 14°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 9°C.
New Plymouth in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 171 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 17 days of rain.
The area enjoys a balanced 165 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.
In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days January, February and March typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, June and July tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized New Plymouth climate page with graphs.
New Plymouth, monthly averages in August
Min Temperature
9°C
Max Temperature
14°C
Water Temperature
13°C
Chance of Rain
55%
Precipitation
171 mm
Rainy days
17 days
Humidity
84%
Windspeed
18 km/h
Sunshine
165 hours
Percentage Sunshine
49%
Where to go in New Zealand in August
Find out more about the weather in New Zealand in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in New Plymouth in August?
Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. With a water temperature of around 13°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.
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