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Christchurch weather in August

Monthly temperatures, rain, humidity, what to wear and what to pack — 2024–2025 historical average

Christchurch August weather at a glance

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In August, Christchurch averages 7.8°C, with typical highs of 11.8°C and lows of 4.1°C. The historical average is 7 wet days and 80% humidity.

Compared with Seoul in August, it is 19.4°C cooler than Seoul, with 9 fewer wet days.

Christchurch August temperature & humidity

Average7.8°CHigh 11.8° / low 4.1°
Humidity80%
Wet days7 days23% of days
Day–night range7.7°

Christchurch August rain & wet days

Wet days7 daysHistorical monthly average
Share of wet days23%Not a forecast probability

Pack a compact umbrella. Keep an indoor stop available between outdoor activities.

What to wear in Christchurch in August

A warm jacket or coat over knitwear works well, with an extra layer for mornings and evenings.

  • DaytimeWarm coat and layered tops · average high 11.8°C
  • Morning & eveningInsulating coat, scarf and gloves · average low 4.1°C
  • FootwearComfortable walking shoes; quick-dry footwear for rainy days.
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Christchurch August sunrise & sunset times

2026 August · Local time (Pacific/Auckland)

Sunrise on the 15th07:25
Sunset on the 15th17:44
Daylight duration10h 19m
Start, middle and end of the month
DateSunriseSunsetDaylight
2026-08-0107:4317:299h 46m
2026-08-1507:2517:4410h 19m
2026-08-3106:5918:0111h 2m

For sunset photos, arrive before the listed sunset time. Clouds, mountains and buildings can change when the sun becomes visible or disappears.

Calculated for the city coordinates with daylight saving applied. SunCalc · tz-lookup

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Best months to visit Christchurch

Bar height shows our simple weather-comfort score, not a safety rating; colour shows temperature.

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August weather by year

August 20248.3°5 wet days, 79% humidity
August 20257.3°9 wet days, 81% humidity

Daily weather in 2025

Daily high and low temperatures; blue labels show precipitation

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49°0°
511°6°
611°6°
716°3°
813°5°9.2mm
97°4°6mm
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119°5°4.5mm
129°3°1mm
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1810°2°1.4mm
198°5°6.5mm
2010°5°3.1mm
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2212°1°
2311°5°
2412°4°
2511°3°
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2715°5°
2817°7°1.1mm
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318°3°5mm

Frequently asked questions

What is Christchurch weather like in August?

In August, Christchurch averages 7.8°C, with typical highs of 11.8°C and lows of 4.1°C. The historical average is 7 wet days and 80% humidity. Our weather-comfort rating for this month is fair.

Does it rain a lot in Christchurch in August?

There are about 7 wet days in August. A compact umbrella is still useful.

What should I wear in Christchurch in August?

A warm jacket or coat over knitwear works well, with an extra layer for mornings and evenings.

What are the best months to visit Christchurch?

Recent weather data rates January, February, March, April among the more comfortable months.

Where can I check Christchurch weather in August in real time?

Check local webcams for the view right now and a local weather service for today’s forecast. Monthly temperatures here are historical averages.

What time are sunrise and sunset in Christchurch in August?

On 2026-08-15, calculated sunrise is 07:25 and sunset is 17:44 in local time (Pacific/Auckland). Times vary by date and terrain.

Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) · 2024–2025 historical data, aggregated and rounded by this site. Not a forecast or long-term climate normal. Calculation method and limitations