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Balclutha weather in October (Otago, New Zealand)

What weather conditions can you expect in Balclutha this October? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

The month of October in Balclutha typically brings moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 15°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 6°C.

Precipitation

Balclutha in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 94 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 16 days will experience rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a balanced 162 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days February, March and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, June and July tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Balclutha, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 15°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 94 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 72% *  
SunshineSunshine 162 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 41% *  
* Data from: Dunedin, New Zealand (49 KM, 30 Miles).

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.

What To Do

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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