February 15 is generally a great time to visit Rotorua. While there is a slight chance of rain (23%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 22°C weather. It's a great middle-ground for visiting Rotorua—enough activity to feel the pulse, but no overwhelming lines.
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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 February 15
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 22.2°C. 23% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Rotorua in February
Based on historical data for February 15, Rotorua typically experiences temperatures between 14.1°C and 22.2°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (23% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Rotorua
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
22.2°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
14.1°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
22.6°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
23%
Avg 1.3mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
62%
Overcast
Pressure
1016 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 87% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
06:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 20:00
Type I-II
🔴 20 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 30 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 50 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
18.4°C
Noticeable
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
Moderate
46/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~6
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Rotorua
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:44
☀️ Noon
13:30
🌇 Sunset
20:16
⏱️ Daylight
13h 31m
Wind Speed
14.7 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
10.1 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
79%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Rotorua
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Quiet
Price Level
💰 Affordable
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 February 15 averages 22.2°C with a 23% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 97/100."
— 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 February 15?
Planning a trip to Rotorua on February 15? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 22.2°C with a 23% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 6 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 February 15 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 28.6°C in 2019, while the coldest dropped to 10.4°C in 2022.