Bay of Plenty Weather Forecast
Bay of Plenty weather: 53°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Bay of Plenty?
Possibly - there is a 42% chance in Bay of Plenty today.
A 42% chance means rain is likely somewhere nearby at some point - carry a layer, but do not cancel.
Over the next 7 days, about 1,2 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Thu, Fri and Sat.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for August (1,2 in against a typical 0,7 in).
16-day forecast for Bay of Plenty
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Aug 27 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 60° / 51° | 42% · 0,0 in | 8 mph | 5 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 60° / 54° | 96% · 0,2 in | 15 mph | 4 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | 🌧️ Showers | 60° / 52° | 80% · 0,6 in | 11 mph | 1 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | 🌧️ Showers | 62° / 49° | 20% · 0,5 in | 22 mph | 5 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | ☁️ Overcast | 60° / 52° | 2% | 27 mph | 5 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 61° / 50° | 2% · 0,0 in | 18 mph | 5 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | ☁️ Overcast | 60° / 46° | 0% | 11 mph | 5 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 63° / 47° | 68% · 0,0 in | 13 mph | 5 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 63° / 56° | 47% · 0,3 in | 11 mph | 3 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 63° / 56° | 43% · 0,1 in | 11 mph | 5 |
| Sun, Sep 6 | 🌦️ Light showers | 61° / 51° | 52% · 0,5 in | 20 mph | 4 |
| Mon, Sep 7 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 59° / 50° | 23% · 0,0 in | 21 mph | 4 |
| Tue, Sep 8 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 56° / 44° | 36% · 0,2 in | 21 mph | 4 |
| Wed, Sep 9 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 57° / 43° | 40% · 0,0 in | 28 mph | 4 |
| Thu, Sep 10 | ☁️ Overcast | 62° / 43° | 36% | 19 mph | 5 |
| Fri, Sep 11 | ☀️ Clear sky | -- / -- | 26% | -- | — |
What this means for Bay of Plenty
Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 60°F is 3.6°F above the 57°F typical for this month.
A 42% chance means rain is likely somewhere nearby at some point - carry a layer, but do not cancel.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in December to February.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 49°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid April, June and July - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Bay of Plenty?
Bay of Plenty is a region in New Zealand. Its coordinates are -37.6878, 176.1651. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Bay of Plenty right now?
It is currently 53°F (12°C) with overcast. Humidity is 91% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Bay of Plenty?
February and March offer the most comfortable conditions in Bay of Plenty, which has a temperate climate. April, June and July are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Bay of Plenty in?
Bay of Plenty observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+12:00). The local time is 12:33 AM.
How many people live in Bay of Plenty?
Bay of Plenty has a population of approximately 350.000.
What is the nearest airport to Bay of Plenty?
The closest airports are Auckland Airport (AKL), 89 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Bay of Plenty?
Popular options include Hobbiton Movie Set, North Island, Lake Taupo, Piha Beach and Tongariro National Park.
What places are in Bay of Plenty?
Bay of Plenty covers 1 places in this atlas, including Rotorua.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (nz-regions) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate 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 August 27, 2026 at 12:33 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
