Rotorua Weather Forecast
Rotorua weather: 51°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Rotorua weather in July
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Climate in Rotorua month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72° | 57° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 73° | 57° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 68° | 53° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 64° | 52° | 6,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 58° | 45° | 3,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 56° | 44° | 6,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| July | 53° | 40° | 6,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| August | 54° | 39° | 1,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 58° | 45° | 5,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 62° | 48° | 4,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 67° | 52° | 5,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 71° | 55° | 4,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Rotorua
Go in January, February, March and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: June, July and September - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, July and September - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Rotorua compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Rotorua.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobbiton Movie Set | 36 mi | 56°F | +33°F warmer | 58 in |
| Taupo | 39 mi | 54°F | 34°F cooler | 50 in |
| North Island | 48 mi | 51°F | 36°F cooler | 72 in |
| Lake Taupo | 49 mi | 55°F | about the same | 61 in |
| Waikato | 58 mi | 58°F | +35°F warmer | 49 in |
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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 Oceania.
What is the weather like in Rotorua right now?
It is currently 51°F (11°C) with overcast. Humidity is 96% and wind is 12 mph.
When is the best time to visit Rotorua?
January, February, March and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Rotorua, which has a temperate climate. June, July and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Rotorua in?
Rotorua observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+12:00). The local time is 9:48 AM.
How many people live in Rotorua?
Rotorua has a population of approximately 58.000.
What is the nearest airport to Rotorua?
The closest airports are Auckland Airport (AKL), 112 mi away.
What are the top things to 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. |
|---|---|
| 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 9:48 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
