Aoraki Mount Cook vs Nelson in August

Nelson is the better pick in August — 67 vs 61 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Nelson is cool, rainy, clean air, while Aoraki Mount Cook is cold, soaked, clean air.

Aoraki Mount Cook vs Nelson — August climate, side by side

🇳🇿 Aoraki Mount Cook🇳🇿 Nelson
Comfort score61/100 (C)67/100 (C)
Feels-like high3°C12°C
Avg high / low5° / 0°14° / 4°
Rainfall227 mm125 mm
Rainy days1611
Humidity91%84%
Air quality (AQI)2820

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

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Aoraki Mount Cook vs Nelson in August — FAQ

Is August better in Aoraki Mount Cook or Nelson?
Nelson is the better pick in August — 67 vs 61 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Nelson is cool, rainy, clean air, while Aoraki Mount Cook is cold, soaked, clean air.
What is the weather like in Aoraki Mount Cook vs Nelson in August?
In August, Aoraki Mount Cook averages 5°C high / 0°C low with about 227 mm of rain; Nelson averages 14°C high / 4°C low with about 125 mm.