Rotorua Climat and Average Météo
Climat of Rotorua: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Climat in Rotorua month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Mois | Max moyenne | Min moyenne | Précipitations | Évaluation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| janvier | 22° | 14° | 128 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| février | 23° | 14° | 73 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| mars | 20° | 12° | 71 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| avril | 18° | 11° | 158 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| mai | 15° | 7° | 82 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| juin | 13° | 7° | 176 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| juillet | 12° | 5° | 158 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| août | 12° | 5° | 91 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| septembre | 14° | 7° | 92 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| octobre | 17° | 9° | 118 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| novembre | 19° | 11° | 136 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| décembre | 22° | 13° | 124 mm | ★★★★☆ |
Climat type: Temperate. Source : Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Rotorua
Élevéest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data – not all-time records.
How Rotorua compares avec 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 | 1480 mm |
| Taupo | 63 km | 12°C | 1°C cooler | 1255 mm |
| North Island | 77 km | 11°C | 2°C cooler | 1808 mm |
| Lake Taupo | 79 km | 13°C | about the same | 1542 mm |
| Waikato | 94 km | 14°C | +1°C warmer | 1262 mm |
Meilleur moment pour visiter Rotorua
Go in janvier, février, mars and décembre. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: juin, juillet and août – expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Rotorua
Today is slightly cooler than average for octobre. The forecast high of 15°C is 2.1°C below the 17°C typical for this month.
Pluie is very unlikely today – plans do not need a backup.
Rafales à 53 km/h will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in décembre à février.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 10°C.
What à pack, what à skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell – 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints tandis que gusts stay above 53 km/h.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid juin, juillet and août – historically the least comfortable months here.
Résumé
Rotorua is a city in Bay of Plenty. Rotorua is known for geothermal parks and Maori culture. Sa population est d’environ 58.000.
Actuellement, il fait 11°C (53°F) in Rotorua avec couvert. La température ressentie est de 7°C. Aujourd’hui, les températures vont de 6°C à 15°C. La probabilité de précipitations est de 0%. Les conditions pour les visites obtiennent 8.5/10 – excellent — partez maintenant.
La meilleure période pour visiter Rotorua is janvier, février, mars and décembre. Le climat est temperate. juin, juillet and août sont généralement les mois les moins confortables. février est le mois le plus chaud, avec des maximales moyennes proches de 23°C, tandis que juillet est le mois le plus froid, avec des minimales proches de 5°C.
L’aéroport principal le plus proche est Auckland Airport (AKL), about 180 km away. Parmi les sites à proximité, citons Hobbiton Movie Set, North Island, Lake Taupo and Tongariro National Park.
En termes simples. Today is slightly cooler than average for octobre. The forecast high of 15°C is 2.1°C below the 17°C typical for this month. The best window à be outside is roughly 1 PM à 4 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in Rotorua today at 9.2/10. Rafales à 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
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| Region | Bay of Plenty |
| Pays | Nouvelle-Zélande |
| Continent | Océanie |
| Coordonnées | 38°8′12.5″S 176°14′58.9″E (-38.1368, 176.2497) |
| Population | 58.000 |
| Known for | geothermal parks and Maori culture |
| Heure locale | 6:54 PM (UTC+13:00) |
| Meilleurs mois | janvier, février, mars and décembre |
| Climat | 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 Océanie.
What is the weather like in Rotorua maintenant?
It is currently 11°C (53°F) avec couvert. Humidité is 77% and wind is 24 km/h.
When is the best time à visit Rotorua?
janvier, février, mars and décembre offer the most comfortable conditions in Rotorua, which has a temperate climate. juin, juillet and août are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Rotorua in?
Rotorua observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+13:00). The heure locale is 6:54 PM.
How many people live in Rotorua?
Rotorua has a population of approximately 58.000.
What is the nearest airport à Rotorua?
The closest airports are Auckland Airport (AKL), 180 km away.
What are the top things à 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. |
|---|---|
| Prévisions and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Qualité de l’air and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climat 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 octobre 2, 2026 at 6:54 PM heure locale. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
