Tauranga Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Now, let’s break down all the details for a clearer picture.
Tauranga experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1383 mm of precipitation annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)
Despite minor fluctuations, Tauranga enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In July, you can expect around 139 mm of precipitation, while in January, Tauranga receives about 87 mm.
July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 15°C. The city receives 152 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 23°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Tauranga Temperature page.
Annual Precipitation in New Zealand
The map below shows the annual precipitation across New Zealand. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide
Tauranga’s average annual precipitation is 1383 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, experiences 541 mm of rainfall annually, with wet winters and dry summers typical of southern Spain.
Beijing, China, receives 560 mm of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.
Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.
How is Precipitation Measured?
Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.
Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.
Global Precipitation Patterns
Tropical Rainforests: In tropical regions, rainfall is generally abundant year-round. Areas near the equator, like the Amazon rainforest, can receive up to 3000 mm of rain annually.
Desert Regions: Deserts such as the Sahara and Arabian deserts typically see less than 250 mm of rainfall annually. Rainfall tends to be infrequent, but when it does occur, it is often intense.
Temperate Zones: In temperate regions, precipitation tends to be more evenly distributed, though areas closer to the ocean may see more rain in the winter months, and areas further inland experience drier summers.
Polar Regions: Precipitation in polar regions, like Antarctica, is extremely low, often falling as snow. Average annual precipitation in Antarctica is less than 200 mm, with some areas receiving as little as 50 mm annually.
For more detailed information about Tauranga’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Tauranga Climate page.
Current rainfall in Tauranga
