Weather in August in Bay of Plenty
Considering a trip to Bay of Plenty this August and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Bay of Plenty in August?
Bay of Plenty is a region in New Zealand. August in Bay of Plenty generally has mild temperatures, with high precipitation. August falls during the winter season.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 13°C in Rotorua to 15°C in Whakatāne. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C in Whakatāne and 5°C in Rotorua.
Precipitation
In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Papamoa with an average of 123 mm to high rainfall in Opotiki with 147 mm.Average sunshine
Rotorua enjoys a balanced 153 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.For specific regional insights in Bay of Plenty for August, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Bay of Plenty climate page.
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What is the weather like in August for the 5 most popular destinations in Bay of Plenty?
Rotorua
In August Rotorua generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Tauranga
In August Tauranga generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Mount Maunganui
In August Mount Maunganui generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Waihi Beach
In August Waihi Beach generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Papamoa
In August Papamoa generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is August the best time to visit Bay of Plenty?
In our opinion, August may not be the ideal time to visit Bay of Plenty due to the typically poor weather in Rotorua.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January and March offering mostly perfect weather in Rotorua. On the other hand, the months of June, July and August tend to have poor weather conditions.
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