City in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
Tauranga weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Tauranga
Dec–Apr is warm and sunny; Jan is busiest. Winter is mild but wetter and windy.
Tauranga weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan22°70 mm
- Feb23°79 mm
- Mar21°84 mm
- Apr19°107 mm
- May17°110 mm
- Jun15°123 mm
- Jul14°124 mm
- Aug14°112 mm
- Sep15°94 mm
- Oct17°84 mm
- Nov19°60 mm
- Dec20°102 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°C72°F | 17°C63°F | 70 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| February | 23°C73°F | 18°C64°F | 79 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| March | 21°C70°F | 17°C62°F | 84 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| April | 19°C67°F | 15°C59°F | 107 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| May | 17°C62°F | 13°C56°F | 110 mm | 80% | Cool |
| June | 15°C59°F | 11°C53°F | 123 mm | 82% | Cool |
| July | 14°C57°F | 10°C50°F | 124 mm | 82% | Cool |
| August | 14°C57°F | 10°C51°F | 112 mm | 81% | Cool |
| September | 15°C60°F | 11°C52°F | 94 mm | 81% | Cool |
| October | 17°C62°F | 12°C54°F | 84 mm | 79% | Cool |
| November | 19°C66°F | 14°C56°F | 60 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| December | 20°C69°F | 16°C60°F | 102 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
Best months across New Zealand
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Auckland | Dec–Mar | Feb (24°C) |
| Queenstown | Jul–Aug, Dec–Mar | Jan (20°C) |
| Wellington | Jan–Apr | Feb (19°C) |
| Christchurch | Dec–Mar | Jan (24°C) |
| Rotorua | Nov–Apr | Jan (23°C) |
| Wanaka | Jul–Aug, Dec–Mar | Jan (21°C) |
| Taupo | Nov–Apr | Jan (24°C) |
| Bay of Islands | Dec–Apr | Feb (24°C) |
| Milford Sound | Nov–Apr | Feb (16°C) |
| Lake Tekapo | Nov–Apr | Feb (22°C) |
| Coromandel | Dec–Apr | Feb (24°C) |
| Tauranga | Dec–Apr | Feb (23°C) |
| Dunedin | Dec–Mar | Jan (16°C) |
| Nelson | Dec–Apr | Feb (25°C) |
| Waiheke Island | Dec–Mar | Feb (24°C) |
| Kaikoura | Dec–Mar | Jan (20°C) |
| Franz Josef | Dec–Apr | Feb (19°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Tauranga?
Dec–Apr. Dec–Apr is warm and sunny; Jan is busiest. Winter is mild but wetter and windy.
When is the rainy season in Tauranga?
Rain peaks in July with about 124 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Tauranga?
February, with average highs of 23°C (73°F).
How cold does Tauranga get?
The coolest nights are in July, averaging 10°C (50°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.