Day
15 °C
Night
6 °C
Sea
17 °C
Precipitation
115 mm
in month
Rainy days
12 days
in month
Daylight
10 hours
average
Sunshine
4 hours
average
Humidity
87 %
The week of 31 March 2025 - 6 April 2025 had an average daily temperature of 20 °C (68 °F) and a minimum (nighttime) temperature of 12 °C (54 °F). These temperatures are roughly same as the long-time average for Rotorua, being 20 °C (68 °F) for daily temperatures and 10 °C (50 °F) for night temperatures. On average, the temperatures during various times of day (in local time) were recorded as: 7am 12 °C (54 °F), 10am 16 °C (61 °F), 1pm 19 °C (66 °F), 4pm 19 °C (66 °F), 7pm 16 °C (61 °F), 10pm 14 °C (57 °F).
The week had 3 days without rain, 2 days with light rain and 2 days with moderate rain. Rotorua received 43 mm (1.69 in) of precipitation throughout the week, which is above its long-term average of 25 mm (0.98 in). The average cloud coverage during the daytime (from dawn to dusk) was 75 %.
Average speed of wind was 1.9 m/s. The atmosferic pressure ranged from 1004 hpa to 1025 hpa. On average, the air humidity in Rotorua was 86 %.
During the daytime (from dawn to dusk), there were in average: 2.5 hours clear skies, 0.5 hours partially overcast skies, 6 hours overcast skies and 3 hours rainy weather. The sunrise on average occurred at 07:30, and the sunset occurred at 19:06.
The city of Rotorua, located in New Zealand, typically experiences a mild and warm climate. Daily temperatures can fluctuate from a low of 12 °C (54 °F) during the cooler month of July to a high of 23 °C (74 °F) in the peak of summer in January. Evening temperatures also vary, reaching as low as 3 °C (38 °F) in July to 13 °C (55 °F) in the warmest evenings of February. January is the month with the least precipitation, experiencing only about 9 days of rainfall, while June is characterized by the highest number of rainy days, totaling 14 days.
Rotorua is bustling with tourists as the day temperatures peak in January. The lowest rainfall is registered, tallying up to 93 mm (3.67 in), and the least number of rainy days also occurs in January. Meanwhile, the number of sunny hours hits its yearly high, calculated at 7 hours.
February sees nighttime temperatures reaching their highest in Rotorua, with tourist activities almost at their zenith. As rainfall begins to increment, registering at 108 mm (4.25 in), the number of sunny hours slightly diminishes to 7 hours.
With tourists still flocking to Rotorua, the day and night temperatures begin to decline, charted at 21 °C (70 °F) and 12 °C (53 °F), respectively. The frequency of rainy days sees a gradual increase, standing at 10 days.
During April in Rotorua, both day and night temperatures continue their decline, with readings of 18 °C (65 °F) and 9 °C (48 °F), respectively. The ongoing tourist season witnesses a similar rise in the number of rainy days, now at 11 days. The amount of rainfall begins to decrease, indicated by 102 mm (4.02 in).
In Rotorua, May's daytime temperatures continue to decrease, recorded at 15 °C (60 °F), while nighttime temperatures further decline, marked at 6 °C (43 °F). The trend of increasing rainy days persists, reflected in 12 days of rainfall, and overall rainfall begins an upward trajectory for this period.
June's reduction in daytime temperature in Rotorua is consistent with the previous month, now at 13 °C (55 °F), while nighttime temperatures dip further to 4 °C (40 °F). Rainfall continues to climb, and the peak of rainy days for the year is reached during this month. Additionally, June experiences the fewest sunny hours, illustrating clear signs of winter.
July in Rotorua is marked by the year's lowest day and night temperatures. A reduction in the number of rainy days begins, logged at 14 days, and rainfall levels start to diminish. A slight increase in sunny hours is also noticeable, commencing the gradual return of longer days.
August in Rotorua brings rising temperatures and the highest rainfall, peaking at 139 mm (5.49 in), illustrating a noticeable transition towards spring.
The arrival of September in Rotorua sees a continuation of climbing day and night temperatures, now at 15 °C (58 °F) and 6 °C (42 °F), respectively. A modest increase in sunny hours heralds the upcoming change in seasons, with values reaching 5 hours.
October's warm trend persists in Rotorua, with day temperatures elevating to 17 °C (62 °F) and night temperatures increasing to 8 °C (46 °F). An initial fall in the number of rainy days is noted, marked at 12 days, while rainfall amounts also recede, indicated by 107 mm (4.21 in).
As the tourist season gently restarts in Rotorua, day temperatures rise to 19 °C (66 °F), and a further decrease in rainy days is seen, reflected in 11 days. The trend of increasing sunny hours continues, in line with previous months, charted at 6 hours. The wind speed crests, hitting its highest rate for the year.
The discernible tourist season is underway in Rotorua, with a rise in both day temperatures, now at 21 °C (70 °F), and night temperatures, now at 12 °C (53 °F). The quantity of rainfall begins to escalate, currently at 130 mm (5.11 in). Day length reaches its zenith for the year, recorded at 15 hours.
In Rotorua, January's average daytime temperature sits comfortably at 23 °C (74 °F), providing an ideal climate for various outdoor pursuits.
Although February in Rotorua sees an uptick in rain, with an average of 9 days with precipitation, it is not considered part of a distinct wet season.
March nights in Rotorua are moderately chilly, averaging a temperature of about 12 °C (53 °F), which calls for some warmer attire in the evenings.
Yes, conditions in April generally favor travel to Rotorua, with temperatures remaining mild at 18 °C (65 °F) during the day and cooler 9 °C (48 °F) at night.
Visitors in May should be prepared for cooler conditions, with day averages of 15 °C (60 °F) and night averages of 6 °C (43 °F), along with an increased likelihood of rainy days.
Preparation for June's weather in Rotorua includes expecting lower temperatures—13 °C (55 °F) during the day—along with increased rainfall and limited sunshine.
Rotorua experiences its lowest temperatures in July, with daytime reaching as low as 12 °C (54 °F) and nighttime bottoming out around 3 °C (38 °F).
August in Rotorua features relatively high moisture content in the air, with an average humidity level of 87 %.
Rotorua in September experiences a moderate breeze, averaging a wind speed of about 4 m/s
In October, Rotorua is typically treated to an average of 6 hours of clear skies and sunshine daily.
November in Rotorua typically experiences an average of 11 days characterized by rain, with the likelihood of precipitation occurring about 36 % of the time.
December's sea temperatures in Rotorua average 18 °C (64 °F), which may present a brisk swimming experience for some.