August 14 is generally a great time to visit Rotorua. While there is a slight chance of rain (26%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 12°C weather. As it's peak season for Rotorua, we recommend booking your stay well in advance to secure the best rates.
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Essential Travel Info for Rotorua
Currency
NZD
$ New Zealand dollar
Language
English
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Driving
Left side
Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.269
Rotorua Weather Forecast for August 14
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 11.9°C. 26% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Rotorua in August
Based on historical data for August 14, Rotorua typically experiences temperatures between 4.8°C and 11.9°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. With a 26% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Rotorua
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
11.9°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
4.8°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
10.8°C
🌤️ Minor difference
Rain Chance
26%
Avg 2.2mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
61%
Overcast
Pressure
1015.5 hPa
High volatility
Rotorua Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 96% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 57 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 86 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 143 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
9.6°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😐 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in New Zealand
Flight Traffic
High
100/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~13
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Rotorua
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
08:03
☀️ Noon
13:21
🌇 Sunset
18:38
⏱️ Daylight
10h 34m
Wind Speed
17.7 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
7.4 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
86%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Rotorua
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🔴 Very Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Very high seismic risk. Ring of Fire territory.
Travel Alert: This region has elevated natural risks. We recommend registering with your embassy and keeping emergency numbers handy.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Rotorua on August 14 averages 11.9°C with a 26% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 75/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Rotorua Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Rotorua Worth Visiting on August 14?
Planning a trip to Rotorua on August 14? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 11.9°C with a 26% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 13 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for New Zealand, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest August 14 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 13.9°C in 2023, while the coldest dropped to 0.7°C in 2022.