Typical Run Score
61
Mixed
Wellington · August
Running in Wellington in August
Typical August running conditions in Wellington — and a live Run Score so you can see how today compares with the norm.
Avg temperature
51°F
Ideal
Avg dew point
45°F
Comfortable
Best window
12–11 PM
Local time
Wellington · today vs the August normTemperature · dew point · wind · timing
How August compares in Wellington
August ranks 8th of 12 months for running in Wellington, with a typical daytime Run Score of 61 (Mixed). For reference, the best month is May (score 75) and the hardest is February (score 60). The kindest window in August is typically 12–11 PM. Precipitation falls in roughly 25% of hours this month. Use the live tool below to see how today actually compares with the August norm.
Running weather in nearby cities
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Running in Wellington in August: FAQ
Is it good to run in Wellington in August?
It's runnable, but at least one factor — usually heat or dew point — taxes the effort. The typical daytime Run Score is 61 (Mixed), with temperatures around 51°F (11°C) and comfortable dew points. The best window is usually 12–11 PM.
How hot is it for running in Wellington in August?
Typical temperatures average 51°F (11°C) (Ideal) with dew points near 45°F. Dew point — not the thermometer — usually decides how hard the run feels.
What is a good Run Score?
Scores run 0–100. 97+ is Perfect, 80–96 is Great — conditions are actively working in your favour. 65–79 (Good) is solid. 45–64 (Mixed) means at least one factor — usually heat or dew point — is taxing you. Below 45 (Poor), expect a noticeably harder effort or hold back for safety.
Why does dew point matter more than temperature?
Your body cools by evaporating sweat. When the dew point climbs above roughly 60°F, the air is too saturated for sweat to evaporate efficiently, so heat builds up even if the thermometer looks reasonable. That's why a 70°F muggy morning can feel harder than a dry 80°F afternoon.
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