About Otatara, Southland's Climate & Weather History

Otatara is a city of approximately 3,500 people in Southland, New Zealand. Located in the New Zealand time zone at 46.4°S latitude.

In 2025, Otatara recorded an average annual temperature of 51°F. The hottest temperatures reached 83°F in February; the coolest were 27°F in August. Total precipitation for the year was 60 inches, with the wettest month being September. Snowfall for the year totaled approximately 5 inches.