Auckland · SummerMonth summary
Auckland weather in August
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
10°C – 14°C
🌧 Rainy days
48% of days
☀️ Sunshine
9.7h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Summer
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
5.1/10
📅 📅 Best month
January (7.9/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Auckland in August?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you want the lowest prices and minimal crowds.
❌ No if: you're looking for summer weather — conditions don't support it.
Our take: Not the best window: 48% rain risk and 9.7h of sunshine. January is much safer.
By trip type
Auckland in August by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ❌ Not recommended
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ❌ Not recommended
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in August
🎯 Open terraces and outdoor markets — best season for al fresco dining In August, Auckland sees 14°C during the day with 9.7h of sunshine per day. With 48% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.
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| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 18°C | 23°C | 39% | 3.0 | 13.1h | 7.9/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 18°C | 23°C | 40% | 3.8 | 12.7h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 17°C | 22°C | 35% | 2.8 | 11.1h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 15°C | 20°C | 41% | 3.7 | 10.2h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 13°C | 18°C | 42% | 3.0 | 9.1h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ June | 11°C | 16°C | 42% | 3.6 | 8.4h | 6.2/10 |
| 🌦️ July | 10°C | 15°C | 45% | 4.4 | 8.8h | 5.4/10 |
| 🌦️ August | 10°C | 14°C | 48% | 3.7 | 9.7h | 5.1/10 |
| 🌦️ September | 11°C | 16°C | 51% | 3.6 | 10.8h | 6.5/10 |
| 🌦️ October | 12°C | 17°C | 46% | 3.5 | 11.3h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 14°C | 19°C | 49% | 3.8 | 12.9h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 16°C | 22°C | 45% | 3.1 | 13.5h | 7.7/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In August, Auckland averages 14°C, 48% rainy days and 9.7h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 5.1/10.
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Comparison
August vs January (best month)
The best month is January (score 7.9/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +9°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -9%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +3.4h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Auckland in August
Is August a good time to visit Auckland?
August is not recommended for Auckland (score 5.1/10). With 48% rainy days and 9.7h of sunshine, consider January (7.9/10) instead.
What's the weather like in Auckland in August?
It's cool with 14°C daytime and 10°C at night. 9.7h of sunshine per day. Pack warm clothes and favour indoor visits.
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