Wellington · August
Run in the midday.
Cool month: average high 54°F, low 48°F. Humidity averages 78% — the limiting factor on most runs. Expect 17 rain days — plan around the radar. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.
Avg high / low
54° / 48°F
Humidity
78%
Rain days
17/mo
Wind
19 mph
What August feels like in Wellington
Sunrise
07:09
Mid-month average
Sunset
17:40
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 Wellington in August
The kit for August in Wellington: 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
0 rain days
Wellington in July →
August
54°F avg high
17 rain days
Best: midday
vs September
-1° avg high
+1 rain days
Wellington in September →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Wellington in August?+
Midday. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.
What's the average temperature in Wellington in August?+
Average high 54°F, average low 48°F.
How does August compare to surrounding months in Wellington?+
Compared to July (avg high 54°F), August is cooler. Compared to September (avg high 55°F), August is cooler.
Does it rain often in Wellington in August?+
Expect about 17 measurable rain days in August, on average.