Byron Bay weather in October (New South Wales, Australia)

Curious about the October weather in Byron Bay? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In Byron Bay the weather in October is generally perfect, with high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 24°C, while nights can cool down to about 18°C.

Byron Bay in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 87 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 11 days of rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 260 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, October is a great time to visit. July, August, September and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Byron Bay, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 24°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 23°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 35%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 87 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
SunshineSunshine 260 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Australia in October

Find out more about the weather in Australia in October and which places have the best weather 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 Byron Bay in October?

For visitors traveling to Byron Bay, 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. With a water temperature of around 23°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Barbeque
8/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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