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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Horohoro.
Horohoro, Waikato, New Zealand, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with February peaking at 23°C (73°F) and July dropping to 12°C (54°F).
Rainfall is high, totalling around 1321 mm (52 in) per year. September is the wettest month and January the driest. The city also experiences warm summers and mild winters. The most sunshine falls in January, with an average of 8.0 hours of daily sunshine.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Horohoro - and find the best time to visit.
Visitors to Horohoro can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 23°C (73°F) in February, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 12°C (54°F) during cooler months like July.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 13°C (55°F) in February to around 4°C (39°F) during July.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Horohoro is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1321 mm (52 in). Year-round, Horohoro has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, September, with 129 mm (5.1 in), and the driest month, January, with 89 mm (3.5 in), is minimal. For more details, please visit our Horohoro Precipitation page.
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Horohoro. While January receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 8.0 hours, June marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.0 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
The city experiences its highest humidity in May, reaching 87%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 77%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
January, February and March typically offer the most optimal weather in Horohoro. In contrast, June, July and August tend to have less optimal conditions. Horohoro has warm summers and mild winters.
Daytime highs range from 12°C (54°F) in July to 23°C (73°F) in February. Nighttime lows range from 4°C (39°F) to 13°C (55°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
Annual rainfall is around 1321 mm (52 in). September is the wettest month with 129 mm (5.1 in), while January is the driest with 89 mm (3.5 in).
Horohoro receives around 2,136 hours of sunshine per year. January is the sunniest month with 240 hours, while June is the cloudiest with just 121 hours. Overall, Horohoro enjoys abundant sunshine.
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