April weather forecast
Rotorua, New Zealand

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Weather in April

April welcomes the full onset of autumn in Rotorua, accompanied by a noticeable drop in temperature from March’s warmer degree. The amount of precipitation recorded is similar to that in January, often resulting in an increased number of rainy days. A further drop in average daylight hours becomes evident, hinting at the upcoming wintertime. Wind gusts maintain their strength, surprising locals and visitors with a strong blow of 15.3km/h (9.5mph). With this, Rotorua guides its residents from the mildness of March towards the cooler realms of May.

Temperature

The onset of April in Rotorua is marked by a minor decrease in temperature, transitioning from a pleasant 20.7°C (69.3°F) in March to a comfortable 17.5°C (63.5°F). Rotorua observes an average nighttime temperature of 9.2°C (48.6°F) during April.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April in Rotorua is 85%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout April, 57mm (2.24") of precipitation is accumulated. In Rotorua, New Zealand, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.2 days and collects up to 748mm (29.45") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Rotorua, snow does not fall in January through July, September through December.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Rotorua, New Zealand, is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:08 pm NZDT. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:28 pm NZST.
Note: On Sunday, 07. April 2024, at 3:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from NZDT to NZST. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 29. September 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from NZST to NZDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Rotorua, New Zealand, is 6.7h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in April, converts into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures in Rotorua?

An average high-temperature, in April, in Rotorua, is 17.5°C (63.5°F) and the average low-temperature is 9.2°C (48.6°F).

What is the average humidity in April in Rotorua?

The average relative humidity in April is 85%.

How much does it rain in Rotorua in April?

In April, in Rotorua, New Zealand, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout April, 57mm (2.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Rotorua?

In Rotorua, snow does not fall in January through July, September through December.

What is the average length of the day in April in Rotorua?

In April, the average day length in Rotorua, New Zealand, is 11h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Rotorua?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:08 pm NZDT. On the last day of the month, in Rotorua, New Zealand, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:28 pm NZST.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in April in Rotorua?

On Sunday, 07. April 2024, at 3:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Rotorua, and the time zone changes from NZDT to NZST. The next DST starts on Sunday, 29. September 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Rotorua have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration in Rotorua, New Zealand, is 6.7h.

How high is the UV index in April in Rotorua?

In Rotorua, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Rotorua, New Zealand

Average temperature in April - Rotorua, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in April: 17.5°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and February (22.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (11.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 9.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (12.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (4.1°C).

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Average pressure in April
Rotorua, New Zealand

Average pressure in April - Rotorua, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in April: 1018.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1014mbar).

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Average wind speed in April
Rotorua, New Zealand

Average wind speed in April - Rotorua, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in April: 9.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (8.9km/h).

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Average humidity in April
Rotorua, New Zealand

Average humidity in April - Rotorua, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in April: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (78%).

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Average rainfall in April
Rotorua, New Zealand

Average rainfall in April - Rotorua, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in April: 57mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (82mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (45mm).

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Average rainfall days in April
Rotorua, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in April - Rotorua, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in April: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (11.9 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Rotorua, New Zealand

Average snowfall in April - Rotorua, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in April: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (1mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in April
Rotorua, New Zealand

Average snowfall days in April - Rotorua, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Rotorua, New Zealand

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Rotorua, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in April: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Rotorua, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in April - Rotorua, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in April: 14.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are May and July (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in April
Rotorua, New Zealand

Average UV index in April - Rotorua, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in April: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in April
Rotorua, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in April - Rotorua, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in April: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 44).

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Average visibility in April
Rotorua, New Zealand

Average visibility in April - Rotorua, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in April: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, June, July, October, November and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, August and September (7km).

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