In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Whangarei ranges from 2.4 - 9.8 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 9.8 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Whangarei when rainfall is around 2.4 in.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Whangarei, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).
The city is a wonderful destination to visit all through the year, due to its warm, temperate climate. If you want to visit at the warmest time of the year, then the months of December through to February generally offer the highest temperatures.
New Zealand’s summer spans December through to February, so if you want to visit at a cheaper time of year when attractions are less crowded, book your trip during the cooler winter months around the middle of the year.
The CityLink bus service provides a regular timetable of buses than run around the city area to the suburbs. Bus routes also run to other cities, such as Paihia and Auckland. If you prefer to take a taxi, there are several taxi companies within the city.