May 5 is generally a great time to visit Rotorua. While there is a slight chance of rain (20%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 16°C weather. Rotorua is seeing high visitor numbers, so iconic spots may be busier than usual.
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Essential Travel Info for Rotorua
Currency
NZD
$ New Zealand dollar
Language
English
+2 more
Driving
Left side
Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.269
Rotorua Weather Forecast for May 5
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 15.9°C. 20% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Rotorua in May
Based on historical data for May 5, Rotorua typically experiences temperatures between 8.9°C and 15.9°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (20% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Rotorua
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
15.9°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
8.9°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
15.9°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
20%
Avg 1.6mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
57%
Overcast
Pressure
1021.1 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 100% 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
🔴 200 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 300 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 500 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
13.6°C
Pleasant
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
Busy
62/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~8
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Rotorua
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
08:00
☀️ Noon
13:13
🌇 Sunset
18:25
⏱️ Daylight
10h 24m
Wind Speed
15.3 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
7.6 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
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 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 May 5 averages 15.9°C with a 20% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 88/100."
— 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 May 5?
Planning a trip to Rotorua on May 5? 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 15.9°C with a 20% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 8 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 May 5 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 18.8°C in 2016, while the coldest dropped to 4.5°C in 2024.