Rotorua weather in January
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days. Average highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C, with around 10 rainy days expected throughout the month.
✦ This is a recommended month to visit Rotorua. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.
Average high
23°C
Average low
14°C
Rainy days
10 days
Best months to visit
January, February
What to do in Rotorua in January
Whatever the weather, Rotorua rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
See Pohutu Geyser erupt
Soak in hot springs
Visit Māori cultural experiences
Hike through thermal reserves
Mountain bike the redwoods
Fish in geothermally-heated lakes
What to pack for January
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
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Recommended
January (you are here)
23C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
Recommended
February
23C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
March
21C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
April
18C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
May
15C
Cool, with some rainy days.
June
13C
Cool, with some rainy days.
July
11C
Cool, with some rainy days.
August
12C
Cool, with some rainy days.
September
14C
Cool, with some rainy days.
October
16C
Cool, with some rainy days.
November
19C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
December
21C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
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