Rotorua weather in August (Bay of Plenty, New Zealand)

Curious about the August weather in Rotorua? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In August, Rotorua generally has moderate temperatures and high rainfall. August is a winter month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 13°C, while night temperatures can drop to 5°C.

Rotorua in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 127 mm for the month. Typically around 15 days of rainfall is expected.

The area enjoys a balanced 153 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Rotorua. January and March typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, June, July and August tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Rotorua climate page with graphs.

 

Rotorua, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 5°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 13°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 127 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 85%  
SunshineSunshine 153 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in New Zealand in August

Find out more about the weather in New Zealand in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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

So, what should you wear in Rotorua in August?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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