Bay of Plenty Weather in July

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand in July.

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Rotorua Tauranga Mount Maunganui Waihi Beach

Planning a journey to Bay of Plenty, New Zealand this July and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Bay of Plenty in July

Bay of Plenty, New Zealand is a region in New Zealand. July in Bay of Plenty generally has mild temperatures, with high precipitation. The month of July is in the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 13°C (55°F) in Rotorua to 15°C (59°F) in Whakatāne. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in Whakatāne and 5°C (41°F) in Rotorua. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Bay of Plenty, New Zealand, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Rotorua with an average of 129 mm (5.1 in) to high rainfall in Opotiki with 150 mm (5.9 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Rotorua gets around 133 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Bay of Plenty by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Bay of Plenty — and find the best time to visit. (based on Rotorua)

January23°C (73°F) February24°C (75°F) March21°C (70°F) April19°C (66°F) May16°C (61°F) June13°C (55°F) This monthJuly13°C (55°F) August13°C (55°F) September15°C (59°F) October17°C (63°F) November19°C (66°F) December21°C (70°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Bay of Plenty in July

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Bay of Plenty.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Bay of Plenty

What is the weather like in July for some of the most popular destinations in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand?

Temperature range in Bay of Plenty (July)

Precipitation variation in Bay of Plenty (July)

Rotorua

In July Rotorua generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
121 hours
133 hours
153 hours
Monthly rainfall
126 mm (5 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
127 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Rotorua →

Tauranga

In July Tauranga generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

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July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
138 hours
152 hours
175 hours
Monthly rainfall
139 mm (5.5 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
127 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Tauranga →

Mount Maunganui

In July Mount Maunganui generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

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July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
138 hours
152 hours
175 hours
Monthly rainfall
139 mm (5.5 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
126 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Mount Maunganui →

Waihi Beach

In July Waihi Beach generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
138 hours
152 hours
175 hours
Monthly rainfall
136 mm (5.4 in)
142 mm (5.6 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Waihi Beach →

Ngongotaha

In July Ngongotaha generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
121 hours
133 hours
153 hours
Monthly rainfall
131 mm (5.2 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
unpleasant
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In our records: New Zealand July extremes

Notable July records observed across cities in New Zealand in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest July day in New Zealand reached 37°C (99°F) in Russell on July 26, 2020.

Popular cities in July

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Bay of Plenty in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Rotorua 13°C (55°F) 5°C (41°F) 129 mm (5.1 in)
Tauranga 15°C (59°F) 9°C (48°F) 139 mm (5.5 in)
Mount Maunganui 15°C (59°F) 9°C (48°F) 139 mm (5.5 in)
Waihi Beach 15°C (59°F) 10°C (50°F) 142 mm (5.6 in)
Ngongotaha 13°C (55°F) 5°C (41°F) 133 mm (5.2 in)
Papamoa 15°C (59°F) 9°C (48°F) 136 mm (5.4 in)

Bay of Plenty weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand in July?

July in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand brings poor weather. In Rotorua, daytime temperatures are typically around 13°C (55°F) and nighttime lows hover near 5°C (41°F).

What is the average temperature in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand in July?

Rotorua averages a daytime maximum of 13°C (55°F) in July, with overnight lows close to 5°C (41°F).

Does Bay of Plenty, New Zealand get a lot of rain in July?

Bay of Plenty, New Zealand sees substantial rainfall in July. Rotorua typically averages about 129 mm (5.1 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is July a Good Time to Visit Bay of Plenty, New Zealand?

In our opinion, July may not be the ideal time to visit Bay of Plenty, New Zealand due to the typically poor weather in Rotorua.

Generally speaking, January and March provide perfect weather in Rotorua. On the other hand, the weather in June, July and August tend to be poor.

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