Arrowtown Weather in October

October in Arrowtown brings low temperatures around 10°C (50°F) during the day, dropping to 1°C (34°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 143 mm (5.6 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Arrowtown in October

Past climate data indicates that roughly 13 days will see rain, totalling around 143 mm (5.6 in) for the month. When showers do arrive, they tend to be on the heavier side. Worth being prepared even if rain days are not that numerous.

Temperature in Arrowtown in October

Temperatures in Arrowtown in October top out at 10°C (50°F) and drop to 1°C (34°F) overnight. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. With overnight lows of 1°C (34°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Arrowtown in October

There are approximately 200 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days. Despite the cool temperatures, the sunshine makes it an enjoyable time to be outside.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Arrowtown. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Arrowtown Temperature in October

Min Temperature 1°C (34°F)  

Max Temperature 10°C (50°F)  

Chance of Rain 43%  

Precipitation 143 mm (5.6 in)  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 71% *  

Sunshine 200 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Queenstown, New Zealand (16 KM, 10 Miles).

What to Wear in Arrowtown in October

Cold weather calls for smart layering in October. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Arrowtown in October

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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Check the conditions for any month of the year.

• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit New Zealand, check out our Arrowtown's climate page.

More climate data for Arrowtown

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