Auckland · August
Run in the morning.
Cool month: average high 58°F, low 49°F. Humidity averages 82% — the limiting factor on most runs. Expect 19 rain days — plan around the radar. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
Avg high / low
58° / 49°F
Humidity
82%
Rain days
19/mo
Wind
16 mph
What August feels like in Auckland
Sunrise
07:02
Mid-month average
Sunset
17:47
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Auckland in August
The kit for August in Auckland: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a wind-blocking layer for exposed routes, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
August vs the surrounding months
vs July
0° avg high
-1 rain days
Auckland in July →
August
58°F avg high
19 rain days
Best: morning
vs September
-2° avg high
-2 rain days
Auckland in September →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Auckland in August?+
Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
What's the average temperature in Auckland in August?+
Average high 58°F, average low 49°F.
How does August compare to surrounding months in Auckland?+
Compared to July (avg high 58°F), August is warmer. Compared to September (avg high 60°F), August is cooler.
Does it rain often in Auckland in August?+
Expect about 19 measurable rain days in August, on average.