Wellington Weather in August
New Zealand · 30-year monthly averages
🤔 Fair time to visit
August in Wellington is chilly, with average daytime highs around 13°C (55°F) and nighttime lows near 8°C (46°F). Expect roughly 94mm of precipitation spread over about 11 rainy days, with a moderate amount of rain.
Avg high
13°C
55°F
Avg low
8°C
46°F
Rainfall
94mm
moderate
Rainy days
11
days with ≥1mm
☀️ About 148 hours of sunshine over the month (~5h/day).
🎒 What to pack
- jacket or coat
- long-sleeve layers
August vs the rest of the year
FAQ
- How hot is Wellington in August?
- August in Wellington is chilly, with average daytime highs around 13°C (55°F) and nighttime lows near 8°C (46°F). Expect roughly 94mm of precipitation spread over about 11 rainy days, with a moderate amount of rain.
- Does it rain a lot in Wellington in August?
- Wellington sees around 94mm of precipitation in August on average — moderate by global standards.
- Is August a good time to visit Wellington?
- August is a workable month to visit Wellington, but expect some weather trade-offs.