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Invercargill weather in October (Southland, New Zealand)

Will it be warm or cold in Invercargill this October? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

In October, the weather in Invercargill generally includes moderate temperatures and high rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 15°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 7°C.

Precipitation

Invercargill in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 127 mm for the month. With the most rainfall occurring this month, it's practical to keep an umbrella handy for sudden downpours. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 19 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 176 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures January, February, March and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While May and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Invercargill climate page with graphs.

 

Invercargill, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 15°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 10°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 63%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 127 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 80%  
WindspeedWindspeed 18 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 176 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 40%  

Where to go in New Zealand in October

Find out more about the weather in New Zealand and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. With a water temperature of around 10°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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