Waikato Weather Forecast
Waikato weather: 51°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
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).
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.
Recent extremes in Waikato
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Waikato compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Waikato.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bay of Plenty | 49 mi | 58°F | about the same | 63 in |
| North Island | 51 mi | 51°F | 38°F cooler | 72 in |
| Rotorua | 58 mi | 55°F | 35°F cooler | 55 in |
| Auckland Airport | 60 mi | 60°F | +35°F warmer | 52 in |
| Mission Bay | 69 mi | 61°F | +35°F warmer | 51 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 4 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.
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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 51°F (10°C) with overcast. Humidity is 80% and wind is 5 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 2:10 AM.
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 26, 2026 at 2:10 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
