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Otorohanga Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Temperatures in Otorohanga experience a moderate degree of variance through the seasons. Days can be warm, while the cooler months tend to be mild. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

The weather in Otorohanga changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 24°C in February, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 14°C during cooler months like July.

At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around 5°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Otorohanga has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1471 mm of rainfall per year. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. September brings wetter days averaging 147 mm of precipitation, spread over 18 rainy days.

In contrast, March experiences a drier climate, with about 89 mm of rainfall spread across 12 rainy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Otorohanga. While January receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.7 hours, June marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.8 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Hamilton, New Zealand (44 KM, 27 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Hamilton, New Zealand (44 KM, 27 Miles).

Forecast for Otorohanga

Sun   Jan 12
23°C | 9°C
S 6 m/s
partly cloudy and no rain

partly cloudy and no rain

Mon   Jan 13
24°C | 8°C
S 7 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

Tue   Jan 14
26°C | 9°C
SW 6 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

The best time of year to visit Otorohanga in New Zealand

During the months of January, February, March 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 Otorohanga?
    February has an average maximum temperature of 24°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Otorohanga?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 14°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Otorohanga?
    September tops the wettest month list with 147 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Otorohanga?
    March is the driest month with 89 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Otorohanga?
    January is the sunniest month with an average of 230 hours of sunshine.

  • 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.