Canterbury (Christchurch)
August
Weather in Canterbury for August 2025
Your guide to Canterbury weather in August - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Canterbury at the beginning of August is 10.1 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably warm up, reaching an average of 13 °C by the end of August.
With an average of 3 rainy days, Canterbury experiences minimal rainfall in August.
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28
Dry days
3
Rainy days
0
Snow days
11°/2°
Temperatures
18 km/h
Avg max wind
76 %
Avg humidity
Canterbury in August average weather
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  11° | 2  9° | 3 9° | ||||
| 4  10° | 5  10° | 6 11° | 7 11° | 8 10° | 9 10° | 10 8° |
| 11 10° | 12 11° | 13 12° | 14 13° | 15 13° | 16 10° | 17 11° |
| 18 9° | 19 10° | 20  12° | 21 10° | 22 12° | 23 13° | 24 14° |
| 25  13° | 26 10° | 27 12° | 28  12° | 29 15° | 30 14° | 31 15° |
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Temperatures trend during August in Canterbury
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August weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Aug. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 11° /4° | 2.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 Aug. | Patchy rain possible | 9° /3° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 Aug. | Patchy rain possible | 9° /1° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 Aug. | Overcast | 10° /1° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 Aug. | Cloudy | 10° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 Aug. | Overcast | 11° /2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 Aug. | Patchy rain possible | 11° /3° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 Aug. | Overcast | 10° /3° | 2.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 Aug. | Patchy rain possible | 10° /2° | 1.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 Aug. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /2° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 Aug. | Overcast | 10° /2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Aug. | Overcast | 11° /2° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Aug. | Cloudy | 12° /2° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Aug. | Overcast | 13° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 Aug. | Overcast | 13° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 Aug. | Moderate rain at times | 10° /3° | 1.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 17 Aug. | Overcast | 11° /4° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 Aug. | Overcast | 9° /1° | 19.2 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 19 Aug. | Patchy rain possible | 10° /0° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 20 Aug. | Partly cloudy | 12° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 Aug. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 10° /4° | 3.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Aug. | Partly cloudy | 12° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 Aug. | Cloudy | 13° /5° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 Aug. | Overcast | 14° /5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 Aug. | Sunny | 13° /5° | 1.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 Aug. | Partly cloudy | 10° /5° | 2.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Aug. | Light rain shower | 12° /5° | 3.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Aug. | Patchy light drizzle | 12° /4° | 1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Aug. | Partly cloudy | 15° /4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Aug. | Sunny | 14° /5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 Aug. | Sunny | 15° /6° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Canterbury in August is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Canterbury forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Canterbury in August - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Canterbury during August?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 11° and colder nights, dipping below 2°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Canterbury during August?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Canterbury during August, with a total of 74.9 mm spread over approximately 3 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
Is snowfall common in Canterbury during August?
Canterbury experiences an average snowfall of 0.5 cm during August, occurring over 0 days, which may interest winter sports enthusiasts.
What are the typical wind conditions in Canterbury during August?
The average wind speed in Canterbury during August is 18 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
What to pack to Canterbury in August?
As you prepare for your trip to Canterbury in August, it's important to consider the typical weather patterns for the time of year. Below is a carefully tailored packing list to ensure that your time in Canterbury, during August, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.
- Clothing
- Warm Clothing: Sweaters, hoodies, long pants
- Rain Gear: Lightweight, waterproof clothing
- Footwear
- Waterproof Shoes
- Accessories
- Scarves: To protect you from the cold wind
- Gloves/Mittens: Essential for cold weather
- Warm Hats: Warm hats for insulation in cold weather
- Umbrellas/Raincoats: For rainy days
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