Whakatāne Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Whakatāne experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 24°C (75°F) in February, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 15°C (59°F) during cooler months like July.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 16°C (61°F) in February to around 8°C (46°F) during July.

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Temperature ranges by month

Whakatāne has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1426 mm (56 in) of rainfall annually. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. June brings wetter days averaging 150 mm (5.9 in) of precipitation, spread over 12 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month January experiences a drier climate, with about 90 mm (3.5 in) of rainfall spread across 10 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Whakatāne Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Whakatāne. While January receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 8.3 hours, June marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 5.0 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine