What is the weather like in Rotorua in January?

Expect temperatures between 14°C and 22°C with 24% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Rotorua in January?

Rotorua in January scores 66/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Recommended for planning your trip.

Who should visit Rotorua in January?

January in Rotorua is ideal for: Outdoor enthusiasts, Cultural tourists, Honeymoon couples, Business travelers.

Rotorua Weather in January | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

22°C

Hottest around day 30

Avg Low

14°C

Coolest around day 3

Rainy Days

11days

24% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Essential Travel Info for Rotorua

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Currency

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$ New Zealand dollar

Language

English

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Driving

Left side

Safety

Very High Safety

GPI: 1.269

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Remote

5/ 100

Traffic Index

Off the beaten path

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Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

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COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to New Zealand. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to New Zealand.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in New Zealand.If rabies exposures occur while in New Zealand, rabies vaccines may only be available in larger suburban/urban medical facilities.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Yellow Fever

CDC recommendations:Vaccine isnotrecommended.Country entry requirements:Vaccine isnotrequired.Updated April 23, 2025

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Is January a Good Time to Visit Rotorua?

👍Recommended for planning your trip(66/100)

Short Answer

Ideal January conditions in Rotorua: 22°C comfortable highs, just 24% chance of rain. The 78% humidity feels pleasant, making this prime sightseeing season.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Seismically active region

46 earthquakes recorded in this month (30-year data)

Ideal temperature range

22.4°C - perfect for sightseeing and outdoor activities

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Hantavirus, Tuberculosis (TB)

Plenty of sunshine

10.8h of sunshine daily

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

46% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

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Outdoor enthusiasts
Ideal hiking conditions: 22.4°C, 24% rain chance
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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Honeymoon couples
Wedding score 96/100 with romantic weather conditions
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

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Elderly travelers
78% humidity creates difficult conditions

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Rotorua in January averages 22°C with 24% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Rotorua in January

What are the temperatures in Rotorua in January?

Daytime highs average 22°C, nights drop to 14°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Rotorua in January?

Expect around 11 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Rotorua in January?

Comfortable casual wear with a light jacket for evenings.

Is January peak season in Rotorua?

This is typically peak season with higher prices. Book 2-3 months ahead.

Rotorua Weather in January

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Monthly Traffic Distribution

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Health & Safety Advisory

COVID-19

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis B

Measles

Rabies

Yellow Fever

Is January a Good Time to Visit Rotorua?

Decision Factors

Good For

Who Should Avoid

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