Climate of Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
Area-weighted average across Bay of Plenty. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Bay of Plenty, a subdivision of New Zealand, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 7°C / 44.6°F in July to 16.9°C / 62.4°F in January, with rainfall from 113 mm / 4.4 in to 168 mm / 6.6 in depending on the season (1692 mm / 66.6 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16.9°C62.4°F | 121 mm4.8″ | — |
| February | 16.9°C62.4°F | 113 mm4.4″ | — |
| March | 15.6°C60.1°F | 157 mm6.2″ | — |
| April | 12.7°C54.9°F | 129 mm5.1″ | — |
| May | 9.8°C49.6°F | 137 mm5.4″ | — |
| June | 7.6°C45.7°F | 162 mm6.4″ | — |
| July | 7°C44.6°F | 154 mm6.1″ | — |
| August | 7.8°C46°F | 168 mm6.6″ | — |
| September | 9.5°C49.1°F | 154 mm6.1″ | — |
| October | 11.4°C52.5°F | 127 mm5″ | — |
| November | 13.3°C55.9°F | 122 mm4.8″ | — |
| December | 15.4°C59.7°F | 148 mm5.8″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Bay of Plenty?
Bay of Plenty, New Zealand does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is January at 16.9°C / 62.4°F, and the driest is February at 113 mm / 4.4 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Bay of Plenty?
Bay of Plenty, New Zealand has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 7°C / 44.6°F in July to 16.9°C / 62.4°F in January. Annual rainfall averages about 1692 mm / 66.6 in, with the wettest month being August (168 mm / 6.6 in) and the driest February (113 mm / 4.4 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Bay of Plenty?
The hottest month in Bay of Plenty is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 16.9°C / 62.4°F.
What is the coldest month in Bay of Plenty?
The coldest month in Bay of Plenty is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 7°C / 44.6°F.
When does it rain most in Bay of Plenty?
The wettest month in Bay of Plenty is August, averaging about 168 mm / 6.6 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 113 mm / 4.4 in.