Nelson — Water Temperature in August
Water Temperature Range
11°C
minimum
13°C
average
14°C
maximum
Water Temperature Chart for August
The chart shows the average daily water temperature for each day of the month based on historical data.
Table of Water Temperatures by Day of the Month for Previous Years
| 2026 | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUG 1 | 15°C | 12°C | 13°C | 12°C |
| AUG 2 | 15°C | 12°C | 13°C | 13°C |
| AUG 3 | 15°C | 12°C | 12°C | 13°C |
| AUG 4 | 14°C | 12°C | 12°C | 13°C |
| AUG 5 | 15°C | 12°C | 13°C | 12°C |
| AUG 6 | 15°C | 11°C | 12°C | 12°C |
| AUG 7 | 15°C | 12°C | 13°C | 12°C |
| AUG 8 | 15°C | 12°C | 12°C | 12°C |
| AUG 9 | 15°C | 12°C | 13°C | 12°C |
| AUG 10 | 15°C | 12°C | 13°C | 12°C |
| AUG 11 | 15°C | 12°C | 13°C | 12°C |
| AUG 12 | 15°C | 12°C | 13°C | 12°C |
| AUG 13 | 14°C | 12°C | 12°C | 12°C |
| AUG 14 | 15°C | 12°C | 13°C | 12°C |
| AUG 15 | 15°C | 11°C | 12°C | 12°C |
| AUG 16 | 14°C | 12°C | 12°C | 12°C |
| AUG 17 | 14°C | 13°C | 13°C | 12°C |
| AUG 18 | 14°C | 13°C | 12°C | 11°C |
| AUG 19 | 14°C | 12°C | 13°C | 12°C |
| AUG 20 | 14°C | 12°C | 12°C | 12°C |
| AUG 21 | 14°C | 11°C | 13°C | 12°C |
| AUG 22 | 14°C | 12°C | 12°C | 12°C |
| AUG 23 | - | 12°C | 13°C | 12°C |
| AUG 24 | - | 12°C | 13°C | 11°C |
| AUG 25 | - | 12°C | 12°C | 11°C |
| AUG 26 | - | 12°C | 12°C | 11°C |
| AUG 27 | - | 12°C | 13°C | 11°C |
| AUG 28 | - | 12°C | 12°C | 12°C |
| AUG 29 | - | 12°C | 12°C | 12°C |
| AUG 30 | - | 13°C | 13°C | 12°C |
| AUG 31 | - | 12°C | 12°C | 11°C |
Climate and Swimming Opportunities in Nelson in August
Average Day Air Temperature
15°C
Average Night Air Temperature
7°C
Precipitation Amount per Month
58 mm
Number of Rainy Days
14
Daylight per Day
10 hrs
Sunshine per Day
5 hrs
Average Wind Speed
21 km/h
Average Humidity
71%
With such a ratio between the average monthly temperatures of water and air, swimming feels very cold and is only for cold-water enthusiasts. Most people will prefer just a brief splash, because warming up afterward can take time.