Aoraki Mount Cook vs Wānaka in August

Aoraki Mount Cook and Wānaka are nearly tied in August — 61 vs 62 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Aoraki Mount Cook is cold, soaked, clean air; Wānaka is cold, a little rain, clean air.

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

🇳🇿 Aoraki Mount Cook🇳🇿 Wānaka
Comfort score61/100 (C)62/100 (C)
Feels-like high3°C5°C
Avg high / low5° / 0°7° / 1°
Rainfall227 mm75 mm
Rainy days1612
Humidity91%88%
Air quality (AQI)2825

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

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Aoraki Mount Cook vs Wānaka in August — FAQ

Is August better in Aoraki Mount Cook or Wānaka?
Aoraki Mount Cook and Wānaka are nearly tied in August — 61 vs 62 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Aoraki Mount Cook is cold, soaked, clean air; Wānaka is cold, a little rain, clean air.
What is the weather like in Aoraki Mount Cook vs Wānaka in August?
In August, Aoraki Mount Cook averages 5°C high / 0°C low with about 227 mm of rain; Wānaka averages 7°C high / 1°C low with about 75 mm.