Climate Overview
The climate in Rotorua Airport is temperate. The average annual temperature is 14°C and approximately 1491mm of precipitation falls per year. Rotorua Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Rotorua Airport is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed — summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: January, February, December. The coldest months are August, July, June, when temperatures can drop to 6°C.
Temperature
Rotorua Airport sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 6°C to 23°C. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 19°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 6°C and an average of 9°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Rotorua Airport is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1491mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 124mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 146mm of rainfall. July and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 112mm. That's 34mm less than September, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.
Wind
Rotorua Airport is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 18km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 20km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 16km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
89 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in Rotorua Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Rotorua Airport is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed — spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in January at around 23°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 6°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 8 to 19°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 390mm across the season with a monthly average of 130mm. Winds are moderate at around 20km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 14 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 355mm across the season with a monthly average of 118mm. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 9 to 21°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 355mm across the season with a monthly average of 118mm. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 6 to 13°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 392mm across the season with a monthly average of 131mm. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Rotorua Airport based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.
