Temperature
Cold by day, cold at night.
50°Ftypical Aug high
Typical range
Dunedin
New Zealand · Oceania
Dunedin is most comfortable in local summer and early local autumn. Local summers are mild and local winters are cool. Rain is spread through the year. Humidity is usually low.
Best time to go
12 mo · Typical year
Temperature range
37°F to 65°F
Rain
12 days/mo
Sunshine
9.1 h/day
Humidity feel
Generally dry
When to visit
Month-by-month fit
Precipitation
Rainfall is lower than usual here.
32%wet-day frequency
AmountWet-day chance
Sunshine
Some sun, but clouds are common.
7.8 hAug sunshine
Heat & humidity by month
Humidity is rarely noticeable in the cool air.
Very dryAug heat feel
Easy airWarm airHumid air
Hourly comfort pattern
In August, afternoons feel about 45° and nights feel near 33°.
FreezingVery coldColdCoolNight shading
More detailIncludes sky, daypart comfort, sea, and wind
Cloud cover
Mostly cloudy skies.
39%Aug clear sky
ClearCloud cover
Sea temperature
49°Aug sea temp
Typical August day
August late afternoons are around 51°F, easing to about 45°F in early evening.
Avg temp Typical range
Morning46°F
Rain14%
Cloud59%
Humid airLow
Sun intensityMinimal
Midday51°F
Rain17%
Cloud62%
Humid airLow
Sun intensityModerate
Late afternoon51°F
Rain17%
Cloud62%
Humid airLow
Sun intensityLow
Best windowEarly evening45°F
Rain14%
Cloud60%
Humid airLow
Sun intensityMinimal
Wind pattern
Calm winds are typical in August.
8 mphAug Light breeze
Typical wind speed (mph)
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Climate data notePlanning guidance, not a forecast
Typical monthly values are based on long-term climate records. Useful for planning, not a forecast. Check the weather before you travel.
Local microclimates can vary by beach, neighborhood, trail, or elevation.
Last updated: Jun 1, 2026
Data & methodology