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The Bay of Plenty is one of the sunniest regions of New Zealand, with Whakatane and the Eastern Bay recording the most sunshine hours (2350 per year on average). In summer, temperatures are somewhat warm, while winter can see temperatures fall as low as 5°C (41°F), but it's slightly warmer on the coast. Rainfall is heavier inland in Rotorua, which can also have long dry spells in summer.

Summary of average yearly weather data for Rotorua

  Low temp (°C) High temp (°C) Sunshine (hours) Rainfall (mm) Humidity (am) Humidity (pm)
Jan1023110
Feb1122100
Mar92190
Apr718110
May415131
Jun212135
Jul211128
Aug212130
Sep315123
Oct617124
Nov719104
Dec102193
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