Rotorua
Geysers and mud pools that keep the whole town smelling faintly of sulphur, a Māori cultural performance that has become the classic way to spend an evening here, and hot springs that turn a long day of sightseeing into an actual spa treatment.
The best time to visit Rotorua is Mar–May, Sep–Nov, when typical daytime highs reach about 18°C (64°F). Local time there is 09:41 (UTC+12).
Good for
In season
The year at a glance
March · high 69°F · rain 4.0in · 12.4h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°C73°F | 125mm4.9in | 14.5h14.5h | |
| February | 23°C73°F | 130mm5.1in | 13.6h13.6h | |
| March | 20°C69°F | 101mm4.0in | 12.4h12.4h | in the recommended window |
| April | 18°C64°F | 79mm3.1in | 11.1h11.1h | in the recommended window |
| May | 15°C59°F | 165mm6.5in | 10.1h10.1h | in the recommended window |
| June | 13°C55°F | 155mm6.1in | 9.5h9.5h | |
| July | 12°C53°F | 182mm7.2in | 9.8h9.8h | |
| August | 12°C54°F | 107mm4.2in | 10.7h10.7h | |
| September | 14°C57°F | 157mm6.2in | 11.9h11.9h | in the recommended window |
| October | 16°C61°F | 132mm5.2in | 13.2h13.2h | in the recommended window |
| November | 19°C67°F | 166mm6.5in | 14.3h14.3h | in the recommended window |
| December | 21°C70°F | 163mm6.4in | 14.8h14.8h |
Good to know
- Currency
- NZD · New Zealand dollar
- Language
- Māori, English
- Plug
- I
- Driving
- on the left
United States: Type A, B at home, you will need an adapter. 230 V there, 120 V at home: check your charger says 100-240 V.
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When is the best time to visit Rotorua?
The best time to visit Rotorua is Mar–May, Sep–Nov, when typical daytime highs reach about 18°C (64°F).
How warm does Rotorua get?
Typical daytime highs in Rotorua are Mar–May 18°C (64°F), Jun–Aug 12°C (54°F), Sep–Nov 16°C (62°F), Dec–Feb 22°C (72°F).
Is Rotorua expensive?
On the ground, Rotorua is mid-range.
What sort of trip is Rotorua good for?
Rotorua is good for old stones and real towns, landscape doing the heavy lifting, an unhurried pace, the once-in-a-lifetime sort of thing.