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Otaki Climate by Month

The weather in Otaki sees moderate temperature fluctuations over the course of a year. Temperatures can be pleasant at the high end to roughly mild at the low end. 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 day and night temperature

The weather in Otaki changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. On average, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 20°C in February to a moderate 12°C in July. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 7°C in July.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Otaki experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1667 mm of precipitation annually. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, October, sees around 174 mm of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, March, still receives a respectable 102 mm of rainfall.

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

Sunshine over the year

In Otaki, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.0 hours in January. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. June sees a soft sun for only 2.6 hours per average day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Palmerston North, New Zealand (59 KM, 36 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Palmerston North, New Zealand (59 KM, 36 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Otaki in New Zealand

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Otaki?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in June, September and October.
  • Which is the warmest month in Otaki?
    February has an average maximum temperature of 20°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Otaki?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 12°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Otaki?
    October tops the wettest month list with 174 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Otaki?
    March is the driest month with 102 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Otaki?
    January is the sunniest month with an average of 210 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Otaki

    Sun   Dec 15
    22°C | 16°C
    NW 11 km/h
    1 mm
    broken clouds and  chance of slight rain

    broken clouds and chance of slight rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    20°C | 15°C
    NW 18 km/h
    15 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder

    Tue   Dec 17
    17°C | 11°C
    S 29 km/h
    10 mm
    broken clouds and  chance of rain

    broken clouds and chance of rain