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Weather in Rotorua for January 2026

Your guide to Rotorua weather in January - trends and predictions

    Temperatures

  • In general, the average temperature in Rotorua at the beginning of January is 20.7 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 22 °C by the end of January.

  • Rain 🌧️

  • Rotorua experiences heavy rainfall in January, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 266.3 mm.

Average dry days
8
Dry days
Average rainy days
23
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
22°/12°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
13 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
77 %
Avg humidity

Rotorua in January average weather

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Temperatures trend during January in Rotorua

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January weather day by day

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Date Weather Temperatures Rain UV More
1 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
22° /8° 0.1 mm 7
2 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
22° /9° 0.5 mm 6
3 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
22° /8° 1.2 mm 6
4 Jan. Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
19° /10° 3.9 mm 5
5 Jan. Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
18° /9° 5.2 mm 6
6 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
19° /9° 12.2 mm 6
7 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
23° /10° 6.9 mm 7
8 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
25° /12° 4.7 mm 7
9 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
25° /12° 0.2 mm 8
10 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
23° /12° 14.3 mm 7
11 Jan. Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
22° /12° 4.5 mm 7
12 Jan. Mist
Mist
23° /10° 5.4 mm 7
13 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
25° /9° 0.1 mm 8
14 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
25° /9° 0.3 mm 8
15 Jan. Light rain shower
Light rain shower
24° /11° 4.6 mm 7
16 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
21° /11° 1.2 mm 7
17 Jan. Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
23° /12° 1.7 mm 7
18 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
23° /11° 0.3 mm 7
19 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
24° /13° 1.9 mm 7
20 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
25° /11° 1 mm 8
21 Jan. Cloudy
Cloudy
23° /12° 3.9 mm 7
22 Jan. Fog
Fog
24° /14° 3.7 mm 7
23 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
25° /12° 1.5 mm 8
24 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
23° /10° 0.8 mm 7
25 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
21° /11° 0.8 mm 6
26 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
21° /12° 11.4 mm 7
27 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
21° /11° 17.5 mm 7
28 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
20° /12° 59.4 mm 7
29 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
22° /12° 14.7 mm 7
30 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
24° /13° 9.4 mm 7
31 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
25° /14° 2.4 mm 8
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Rotorua in January is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Rotorua forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.

Rotorua in January - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Rotorua during January?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 22° and cooler nights around 12°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.
How much rainfall should be expected in Rotorua during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 266.3 mm is expected in Rotorua during January, occurring over more than 23 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Rotorua during January?
The average wind speed in Rotorua during January is 13 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

January rainfall patterns in Rotorua

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UV exposure in Rotorua during January

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