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New ZealandThe weather in August in Rotorua
It's cool in August in Rotorua with an average temperature of 14°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 13°C to a high of 16°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 4°C and 8°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Rotorua, New Zealand. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 18°C in 2015, Rotorua reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 7°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -3°C to a highest value of 16°C.
Rainfall amount
In August, there is an average of 85 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in August for Rotorua
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Rotorua. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Rotorua | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 14°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 16°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 4°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 12 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Rotorua with cool temps, averaging around 14°C during the day and nights around 6°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 14°C, with nights around 6°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Rotorua is around 15°C, while nighttime temps are about 6°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Rotorua, New Zealand. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Rotorua
Temperature in August in Rotorua over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Rotorua, New Zealand. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in August in Rotorua
Total precipitation in August in Rotorua over the years
Daily UV index in August in Rotorua
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Rotorua, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Rotorua by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Rotorua. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.