Wellington in August
5.5out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Hot: daytime highs around 31°C. Very wet: about 26 rainy days.
31°CAvg high
25°CAvg low
26Rainy days (194 mm)
12:57 hDaylight
06:57Sunrise · 19:53 Sunset
Why this score
- Hot: daytime highs around 31°C
- Very wet: about 26 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Light, breathable clothing
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in August varies a lot between years (±3.1 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 | 23°C | 16°C | 41 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.3 |
| February | 24°C | 17°C | 42 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.3 |
| March | 25°C | 18°C | 61 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.1 |
| April | 27°C | 20°C | 62 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.0 |
| May | 29°C | 23°C | 109 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.2 |
| June | 30°C | 25°C | 202 mm | 23 | – | – | 5.7 |
| July | 31°C | 25°C | 179 mm | 25 | – | – | 5.5 |
| August | 31°C | 25°C | 194 mm | 26 | – | – | 5.5 |
| September | 30°C | 25°C | 188 mm | 24 | – | – | 5.7 |
| October | 28°C | 23°C | 103 mm | 14 | – | – | 7.1 |
| November | 26°C | 20°C | 40 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.1 |
| December | 24°C | 18°C | 33 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.3 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Wellington in August?
Daytime highs average 31°C and nights about 25°C.
When is the best time to visit Wellington?
The best months are January, February, December, March.