New ZealandThe weather in October in Rotorua
It's cool to moderate in October in Rotorua with an average temperature of 18°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 16°C to a high of 19°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 7°C and 11°C.
Looking for great weather? October is a good time to be in Rotorua. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in October 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 23°C in 2019, Rotorua reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 10°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -4°C to a highest value of 17°C.
Rainfall amount
In October, there is an average of 74 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in October for Rotorua
Click on any day in October 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.
October weather comparison
| Rotorua | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 18°C | 21°C |
| Max. temperature | 19°C | 26°C |
| Min. temperature | 7°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 74 mm | 119 mm |
| Rainy days | 10 days | 13 days |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Rotorua with cool temps, averaging around 17°C during the day and nights around 9°C.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps rise to around 18°C, with nights around 10°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Rotorua is around 19°C, while nighttime temps are about 11°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 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in October 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 October in Rotorua
Temperature in October in Rotorua over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in October 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 October in Rotorua
Total precipitation in October in Rotorua over the years
Daily UV index in October in Rotorua
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October 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.