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Carterton weather in October (Wellington, New Zealand)

Can you expect sunny skies in Carterton in October? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

In October, the weather in Carterton generally includes moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 16°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 7°C.

Precipitation

Carterton in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 111 mm for the month. With the most rainfall occurring this month, it's practical to keep an umbrella handy for sudden downpours. Historically, the month has about 15 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 183 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Carterton. January, February and March typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, June, July, August, September and October tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Carterton, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 111 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 80% *  
SunshineSunshine 183 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Wellington, New Zealand (69 KM, 43 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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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
Outdoor sports
9/10

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