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Opua Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Opua varies moderately throughout the year. The temperatures shift from warm to mild. It also has a relatively rainy climate with high levels of precipitation. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

In Opua, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 24°C in February to a moderate 16°C in August.

Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 10°C in August.

Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Opua has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1115 mm of rainfall annually. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, July, sees around 131 mm of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, November, still receives a respectable 72 mm of rainfall.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 16°C in July to 21°C in January.

Water temperature over the year

Data from: Paihia, New Zealand (4 KM, 2 Miles).

Forecast for Opua

Thu   Jan 30
25°C | 14°C
N 4 m/s
partly cloudy and no rain

partly cloudy and no rain

Fri   Jan 31
25°C | 14°C
NE 3 m/s
partly cloudy and no rain

partly cloudy and no rain

Sat   Feb 01
27°C | 15°C
E 3 m/s
3.7 mm
overcast and rain

overcast and rain

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

The best time of year to visit Opua in New Zealand

During the months of January, February, March, April and December you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Opua?
    February has an average maximum temperature of 24°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Opua?
    The coldest month is August with an average maximum temperature of 16°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Opua?
    July tops the wettest month list with 131 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Opua?
    November is the driest month with 72 mm of precipitation.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.