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Waitomo Caves Weather in July

During July, Waitomo Caves experiences moderate daytime temperatures of 14°C (57°F) and cooler nights around 5°C (41°F). As part of the winter season, expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 156 mm (6.1 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Waitomo Caves in July

Past climate data indicates that roughly 17 days will see rain, totalling around 156 mm (6.1 in) for the month. Wet weather is a regular and significant part of this month. Frequent days of rain combined with high totals means proper waterproofs are worth packing.

Temperature in Waitomo Caves in July

In July, expect moderate temperatures in Waitomo Caves, with highs of 14°C (57°F) and lows of 5°C (41°F) at night. Winter occurs in July. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. At 5°C (41°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions. Experience the mildest weather of the year in July.

Sunshine in Waitomo Caves in July

The area enjoys a balanced 127 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, July may not be the ideal month to visit Waitomo Caves. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Waitomo Caves Temperature in July

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 5°C (41°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C (57°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 58%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 156 mm (6.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 88% *  
SunshineSunshine 127 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Hamilton, New Zealand (55 KM, 34 Miles).

Best Places in New Zealand in July

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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).

What to Wear in Waitomo Caves in July

The weather can be unpredictable in July, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Waitomo Caves in July

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10

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