Blenheim weather in October (Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand)

Thinking of visiting Blenheim in October? Check the weather first! See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

In October, the weather in Blenheim generally includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 17°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 8°C.

Precipitation

Blenheim in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 93 mm for the month. With frequent rain showers this month, having an umbrella on hand will keep you dry. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 10 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

With approximately 240 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm January, February, March and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, June, July and August tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Blenheim, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 17°C  

Chance of Rain 34%  

Precipitation 93 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 77% *  

Sunshine 240 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Nelson, New Zealand (62 KM, 38 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.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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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?

For visitors traveling to Blenheim, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Blenheim.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to New Zealand? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in New Zealand. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.