Climate Overview
The climate in Opotiki Aerodrome is temperate. The average annual temperature is 13°C and approximately 1775mm of precipitation falls per year. Opotiki Aerodrome receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Opotiki Aerodrome 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, March. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 5°C.
Temperature
Opotiki Aerodrome sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 5°C to 23°C. February is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 18°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 5°C and an average of 8°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Opotiki Aerodrome is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1775mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 148mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 192mm of rainfall. November and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 119mm. That's 74mm less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.
Wind
Opotiki Aerodrome is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/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 3km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
84 days until Spring
It is currently winter in Opotiki Aerodrome, which began on June 21, 2026. Opotiki Aerodrome 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 February at around 23°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 5°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 84 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 7 to 19°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 460mm across the season with a monthly average of 153mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 12 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 386mm across the season with a monthly average of 129mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 8 to 21°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 417mm across the season with a monthly average of 139mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 5 to 13°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 511mm across the season with a monthly average of 170mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/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 Opotiki Aerodrome 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.
