Temperatures in October
It's cool to moderate in October in Nelson with an average temperature of 18°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 15°C to a high of 21°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 6°C and 10°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Nelson in October. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of October
The month of October starts in Nelson with mild temperatures, averaging around 18°C during the day and nights close to 9°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Mid-October
By mid-October, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 18°C, with nights close to 9°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Nelson will be around 18°C, with nights close to 9°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
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Precipitation in October
In October, there is an average of 92 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
The average precipitation chance is 33% per day this month. Though it seems pretty low, the weather’s variable. There are also a few days with higher precipitation chances.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in October for Nelson. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Nelson in October |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
18°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
21°C | 17°C | |
| Low Temp |
15°C | 13°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
92 mm | 115 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
10 days | 14 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is October a good time to visit Nelson?
Want nice weather? Then October is a great time to be in Nelson. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Nelson in October
With 34°C, Nelson hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in October 2019. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 11°C in 2023. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 1°C to a high of 20°C.
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Daily Temperature in October in Nelson
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in October in Nelson, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in October in Nelson
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Nelson, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect around 10 days of rain in Nelson.
Daily UV Index in October in Nelson
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Nelson, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in October in Nelson Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Nelson, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in October in Nelson Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Nelson, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in October for Nelson
Click on a specific day in October for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Nelson. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Nelson by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Nelson. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
