Temperatures in October
It's cool to moderate in October in New Zealand with an average temperature of 18°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 17°C to a high of 20°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 11°C and 14°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for New Zealand 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 New Zealand with mild temperatures, averaging around 18°C during the day and nights close to 12°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-October
By mid-October, the average daytime temperature rises to around 19°C, with nights close to 13°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 New Zealand will be around 20°C, with nights close to 14°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 68 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
The average precipitation chance is 38% per day this month. The weather’s variable. There are also a few days with lower precipitation chances.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in October for New Zealand. 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.
New Zealand in October |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
18°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
20°C | 17°C | |
| Low Temp |
17°C | 13°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
68 mm | 115 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
12 days | 14 days | |
September
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 New Zealand?
Want nice weather? Then October is a great time to be in New Zealand. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for New Zealand in October
With 23°C, New Zealand hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in October 2020. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 12°C in 2022. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 4°C to a high of 18°C.
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The climate of New Zealand is based on weather data from Auckland. Other locations might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in New Zealand for a full picture of the climate.
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Daily Temperature in October in New Zealand
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in October in New Zealand, 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 New Zealand
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for New Zealand, 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 12 days of rain in New Zealand.
Daily UV Index in October in New Zealand
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in New Zealand, 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 New Zealand Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in New Zealand, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in October in New Zealand Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in New Zealand, 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 New Zealand
Click on a specific day in October for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in New Zealand. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in New Zealand by Month
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