Rotorua Clima and Average Tiempo
Clima of Rotorua: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Clima in Rotorua month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Mes | Máx. media | Mín. media | Precip.itaciones | Valoración |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| enero | 22° | 14° | 128 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| febrero | 23° | 14° | 73 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| marzo | 20° | 11° | 71 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| abril | 18° | 11° | 158 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| may | 15° | 7° | 82 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| junio | 13° | 7° | 175 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| julio | 12° | 5° | 159 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| agosto | 12° | 4° | 47 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| septiembre | 15° | 7° | 128 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| octubre | 17° | 9° | 118 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| noviembre | 19° | 11° | 136 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| diciembre | 22° | 13° | 124 mm | ★★★★☆ |
Clima type: Temperate. Fuente: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Rotorua
Altoest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data – not all-time records.
How Rotorua compares con nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Rotorua.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobbiton Movie Set | 58 km | 14°C | +1°C warmer | 1477 mm |
| Taupo | 63 km | 12°C | 1°C cooler | 1269 mm |
| North Island | 77 km | 11°C | 2°C cooler | 1821 mm |
| Lake Taupo | 79 km | 13°C | about the same | 1561 mm |
| Waikato | 94 km | 14°C | +1°C warmer | 1251 mm |
Mejor época para visitar Rotorua
Go in enero, febrero, marzo and diciembre. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: junio, julio and septiembre – expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Rotorua
Today is slightly warmer than average for agosto. The forecast high of 15°C is 2.6°C above the 12°C typical for this month.
Lluvia is very unlikely today – plans do not need a backup.
Ráfagas a 53 km/h will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in diciembre a febrero.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 10°C.
What a pack, what a skip
- A packable rain shell – 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints mientras gusts stay above 53 km/h.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid junio, julio and septiembre – historically the least comfortable months here.
Resumen
Rotorua is a city in Bay of Plenty. Rotorua is known for geothermal parks and Maori culture. Tiene una población de aproximadamente 58.000.
Ahora mismo hay 14°C (57°F) in Rotorua con cubierto. La sensación térmica es de 10°C. Hoy las temperaturas van de 8°C a 15°C. La probabilidad de precipitación es del 0%. Las condiciones para hacer turismo obtienen 9/10 – excelente — puedes salir ahora.
La mejor época para visitar Rotorua is enero, febrero, marzo and diciembre. El clima es temperate. junio, julio and septiembre suelen ser los meses menos cómodos. febrero es el mes más cálido, con máximas medias cercanas a 23°C, mientras agosto es el mes más frío, con mínimas cercanas a 4°C.
El aeropuerto principal más cercano es Auckland Airport (AKL), about 180 km away. Entre los lugares destacados cercanos se encuentran Hobbiton Movie Set, North Island, Lake Taupo and Tongariro National Park.
En términos sencillos. Today is slightly warmer than average for agosto. The forecast high of 15°C is 2.6°C above the 12°C typical for this month. The best window a be outside is roughly 10 AM a 1 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in Rotorua today at 9.3/10. Ráfagas a 53 km/h will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Quick facts about Rotorua
| Tipo | City |
|---|---|
| Region | Bay of Plenty |
| País | Nueva Zelanda |
| Continentee | Oceanía |
| Coordenadas | 38°8′12.5″S 176°14′58.9″E (-38.1368, 176.2497) |
| Población | 58.000 |
| Known for | geothermal parks and Maori culture |
| Hora local | 7:02 PM (UTC+12:00) |
| Mejores meses | enero, febrero, marzo and diciembre |
| Clima | Temperate |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Rotorua?
Rotorua is a city in Bay of Plenty. Its coordinates are -38.1368, 176.2497. It lies in Oceanía.
What is the weather like in Rotorua ahora mismo?
It is currently 14°C (57°F) con cubierto. Humedad is 69% and wind is 21 km/h.
When is the best time a visit Rotorua?
enero, febrero, marzo and diciembre offer the most comfortable conditions in Rotorua, which has a temperate climate. junio, julio and septiembre are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Rotorua in?
Rotorua observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+12:00). The hora local is 7:02 PM.
How many people live in Rotorua?
Rotorua has a population of approximately 58.000.
What is the nearest airport a Rotorua?
The closest airports are Auckland Airport (AKL), 180 km away.
What are the top things a do in Rotorua?
Popular options include Hobbiton Movie Set, North Island, Lake Taupo, Tongariro National Park and Piha Beach.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-supported) – coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Pronóstico and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Calidad del aire and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Clima averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing – the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated agosto 26, 2026 at 7:02 PM hora local. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
