Waikato Weather & Climate: New Zealand

Climate by month across Waikato, New Zealand, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of Waikato

Waikato is one of several regions in New Zealand, with temperatures that range from 11°C (52°F) in July to 23°C (73°F) during the peak of February. We've based our full climate overview on data from Taupo, the region's most prominent city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

In Waikato, during the months of January, February, March and December you can expect comfortable weather, with average temperatures ranging from 20°C (68°F) to 23°C (73°F).

Precipitation in Waikato shows some seasonal variation. You'll find the most rain in September (131 mm (5.2 in)), while March tends to be drier (88 mm (3.5 in)).

January is the sunniest period, with ideal conditions for exploring the region and all it has to offer.

Explore Waikato by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Waikato — and find the best time to visit. (based on Taupo)

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Taupo Hamilton Whitianga Cambridge Coromandel Town Turangi
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Climate map of Waikato

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Taupo 11°C (52°F) 23°C (73°F) 4°C (39°F) 12°C (54°F) 1345 mm (53 in) 1,970 hours
Hamilton 15°C (59°F) 25°C (77°F) 6°C (43°F) 15°C (59°F) 1267 mm (50 in) 2,032 hours
Whitianga 15°C (59°F) 23°C (73°F) 11°C (52°F) 18°C (64°F) 1282 mm (50 in)
Cambridge 15°C (59°F) 25°C (77°F) 5°C (41°F) 15°C (59°F) 1255 mm (49 in) 2,032 hours
Coromandel Town 15°C (59°F) 22°C (72°F) 11°C (52°F) 18°C (64°F) 1273 mm (50 in) 2,025 hours
Turangi 10°C (50°F) 21°C (70°F) 3°C (37°F) 12°C (54°F) 1820 mm (72 in) 1,987 hours

Places in Waikato, New Zealand

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