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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.

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).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

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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