Barrytown weather in October (West Coast, New Zealand)

Is October a good time to explore Barrytown weather-wise? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

October in Barrytown generally includes moderate temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 14°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 9°C.

Precipitation

Barrytown in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 273 mm for the month. This month marks the year's heaviest rainfall, with frequent intense showers. It's advisable to be prepared with appropriate rain gear to stay dry. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 21 days will experience rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 166 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Barrytown. February generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Barrytown, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 9°C  

Max Temperature 14°C  

Chance of Rain 70%  

Precipitation 273 mm  

Rainy days 21 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Sunshine 166 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Hokitika, New Zealand (59 KM, 36 Miles).

Where to go in New Zealand in October

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

3/10

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