Waikato Weather Forecast
Waikato weather: 59°F, drizzle. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Summary
Waikato is a region in New Zealand. Waikato is a region of New Zealand. It has a population of about 510.000.
Right now it is 59°F (15°C) in Waikato with drizzle. It feels like 51°F. Today runs from 47°F to 62°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.2/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Waikato is February and March. The climate is temperate. June, July and September tend to be the least comfortable months. February is the warmest month with average highs near 76°F, while August is the coldest with lows near 41°F.
The closest major airport is Auckland Airport (AKL), about 60 mi away. Nearby highlights include Hobbiton Movie Set, Lake Taupo, North Island and Piha Beach.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 62°F is 4.5°F above the 57°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 12 PM to 3 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Waikato today at 7.9/10. Gusts to 47 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Weather in Waikato right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 8:58 PM, Aug 23 local time.
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Next 24 hours
Hour-by-hour temperature, precipitation chance and wind.
16-day forecast for Waikato
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, Aug 23 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 62° / 47° | 100% · 0,1 in | 25 mph | 5 |
| Mon, Aug 24 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 60° / 45° | 6% | 13 mph | 5 |
| Tue, Aug 25 | ☁️ Overcast | 60° / 43° | 8% | 14 mph | 4 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 63° / 47° | 34% · 0,1 in | 13 mph | 5 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 64° / 49° | 19% · 0,0 in | 8 mph | 4 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 62° / 47° | 67% · 0,1 in | 15 mph | 1 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 59° / 49° | 47% · 0,2 in | 15 mph | 4 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 59° / 48° | 59% · 0,1 in | 16 mph | 3 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 61° / 53° | 41% | 17 mph | 5 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 60° / 53° | 12% | 16 mph | 5 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | ☁️ Overcast | 59° / 52° | 31% | 16 mph | 3 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 62° / 56° | 34% · 0,1 in | 16 mph | 5 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 62° / 47° | 39% · 0,2 in | 18 mph | 4 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 60° / 42° | 26% | 8 mph | 5 |
| Sun, Sep 6 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 62° / 49° | 28% · 0,1 in | 13 mph | 5 |
| Mon, Sep 7 | ☁️ Overcast | 59° / 44° | 32% | 12 mph | 3 |
Climate in Waikato 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 | 75° | 58° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 76° | 58° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 71° | 54° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 67° | 53° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 62° | 46° | 2,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 59° | 46° | 4,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 57° | 42° | 5,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 57° | 41° | 2,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 61° | 47° | 4,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 64° | 50° | 4,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 69° | 53° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 73° | 57° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Weather map for Waikato
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Air quality and pollen in Waikato
Air quality: Open-Meteo (CAMS). US AQI scale.
Sun, twilight and moon
Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.
Best time to visit Waikato
Go in February and March. 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.
Weather by attraction in Waikato
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Waikato?
Waikato is a region in New Zealand. Its coordinates are -37.787, 175.2793. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Waikato right now?
It is currently 59°F (15°C) with drizzle. Humidity is 86% and wind is 22 mph.
When is the best time to visit Waikato?
February and March offer the most comfortable conditions in Waikato, which has a temperate climate. June, July and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Waikato in?
Waikato observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+12:00). The local time is 8:58 PM.
How many people live in Waikato?
Waikato has a population of approximately 510.000.
What is the nearest airport to Waikato?
The closest airports are Auckland Airport (AKL), 60 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Waikato?
Popular options include Hobbiton Movie Set, Lake Taupo, North Island, Piha Beach and Tongariro National Park.
What places are in Waikato?
Waikato covers 3 places in this atlas, including Hobbiton Movie Set, Taupo and Lake Taupo.
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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 23, 2026 at 8:58 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
