Climate Insights for Wairoa
Wairoa District, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand
Climate Overview
The climate in Wairoa is temperate. The average annual temperature is 15°C and approximately 1,144 mm of precipitation falls per year. Wairoa receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Wairoa 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: February, January, December. The coldest months are August, July, June, when temperatures can drop to 7°C.The climate in Wairoa is temperate. The average annual temperature is 58°F and approximately 45 in of precipitation falls per year. Wairoa receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Wairoa 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: February, January, December. The coldest months are August, July, June, when temperatures can drop to 45°F.
Temperature
Wairoa sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 7°C to 23°C. February 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 7°C and an average of 10°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.Wairoa sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 45°F to 74°F. February is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 74°F with a mean of 67°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 45°F and an average of 50°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 12°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 4°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Wairoa is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,144 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 95 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 118 mm of rainfall. September and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 75 mm. That's 43 mm less than June, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.Wairoa is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 45 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.7 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 4.6 in of rainfall. September and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 3 in. That's 1.7 in less than June, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.
Wind
Wairoa is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/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 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 13km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Wairoa is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 9mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 8mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Wairoa is during January, February, April and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 89 mm per month. By contrast, August can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 7°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Wairoa is during January, February, April and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 63°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.5 in per month. By contrast, August can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 45°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Wairoa 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Wairoa based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.