Timaru in August
5.9out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Cool: highs only around 10°C. Frequent rain: about 9 rainy days.
10°CAvg high
4°CAvg low
9Rainy days (53 mm)
10:09 hDaylight
07:35Sunrise · 17:44 Sunset
Why this score
- Cool: highs only around 10°C
- Frequent rain: about 9 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- A warm jacket
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in August varies a lot between years (±3.4 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°C | 13°C | 82 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.8 |
| February | 18°C | 13°C | 73 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.1 |
| March | 17°C | 11°C | 61 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.9 |
| April | 15°C | 9°C | 64 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.5 |
| May | 12°C | 7°C | 52 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.4 |
| June | 9°C | 4°C | 51 mm | 8 | – | – | 6.0 |
| July | 9°C | 3°C | 54 mm | 8 | – | – | 5.9 |
| August | 10°C | 4°C | 53 mm | 9 | – | – | 5.9 |
| September | 12°C | 6°C | 48 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.2 |
| October | 14°C | 8°C | 63 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.2 |
| November | 15°C | 9°C | 74 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.3 |
| December | 17°C | 11°C | 80 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.5 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Timaru in August?
Daytime highs average 10°C and nights about 4°C.
When is the best time to visit Timaru?
The best months are February, March, January, April.