New ZealandAverage weather for Rotorua in January
It's warm in January in Rotorua with an average temperature of 24°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 23°C to a high of 26°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 14°C and 16°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Rotorua with warm temps, averaging around 24°C during the day and nights around 15°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around 24°C, with nights around 15°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Rotorua is around 26°C, while nighttime temps are about 16°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended.
In January, there is an average of 72 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Rotorua in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
24°C | 5°C | |
 Max. temperature |
26°C | 11°C | |
| Min. temperature |
23°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
72 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy days |
9 days | 12 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit Rotorua?
Looking for great weather? January is a good time to be in Rotorua. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 30°C in 2020, Rotorua reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 17°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 6°C to a highest value of 20°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Rotorua
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Rotorua, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Rotorua
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Rotorua, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 9 days of precipitation in Rotorua.
Daily UV index in January in Rotorua
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January 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.
Temperature in January in Rotorua over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Rotorua, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Rotorua over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Rotorua, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in January for Rotorua
Click on any day in January 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.
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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.
