Bay of Plenty Weather Forecast
Bay of Plenty weather: 65°F, drizzle. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Bay of Plenty?
Yes - rain is likely in Bay of Plenty today.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,4 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Tue and Thu.
The next 7 days look unusually dry - roughly 37% of a normal October week (0,4 in against 1,1 in).
16-day forecast for Bay of Plenty
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Oct 27 | 🌦️ Light showers | 66° / 52° | 100% · 0,2 in | 16 mph | 2 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 65° / 48° | 4% · 0,0 in | 15 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 65° / 51° | 80% · 0,2 in | 22 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 64° / 50° | 30% · 0,0 in | 22 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | ☁️ Overcast | 60° / 45° | 8% | 12 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | ☁️ Overcast | 62° / 42° | 30% | 12 mph | 6 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 62° / 55° | 29% · 0,0 in | 9 mph | 4 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 64° / 53° | 69% · 0,1 in | 8 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 67° / 56° | 57% · 0,3 in | 14 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 63° / 60° | 52% · 0,9 in | 16 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Nov 6 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 66° / 60° | 55% · 0,6 in | 15 mph | 9 |
| Sat, Nov 7 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 72° / 54° | 53% · 0,5 in | 11 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Nov 8 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 67° / 52° | 39% · 0,0 in | 9 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Nov 9 | 🌦️ Light showers | 65° / 57° | 43% · 0,9 in | 9 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Nov 10 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 67° / 55° | 42% · 0,1 in | 10 mph | 4 |
| Wed, Nov 11 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 65° / 47° | 41% | 12 mph | 8 |
What this means for Bay of Plenty
Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 66°F is in line with the 64°F typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Gusts to 33 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
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 - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 33 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, July and August - 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 65°F (18°C) with drizzle. Humidity is 91% and wind is 11 mph.
When is the best time to visit Bay of Plenty?
February, March and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Bay of Plenty, which has a temperate climate. June, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Bay of Plenty in?
Bay of Plenty observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+13:00). The local time is 6:16 PM.
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 October 27, 2026 at 6:16 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
