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Cromwell Weather in October

October in Cromwell averages 12°C (54°F) during the day and 2°C (36°F) at night. Quite a bit of rainfall is typical this month, with around 106 mm (4.2 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.

Rainfall in Cromwell in October

Expect around 10 days of rain based on historical data, with 106 mm (4.2 in) average. The rain this month tends to fall in heavier spells rather than light drizzle. When it rains, showers can be significant.

Temperature in Cromwell in October

October in Cromwell sees highs of 12°C (54°F) and lows of 2°C (36°F) overnight. It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. At 2°C (36°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Cromwell in October

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 193 hours of sun. These sunny conditions help offset the cool temperatures, making it a pleasant month to explore outdoors.

October in Cromwell can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

Cromwell Temperature in October

Min Temperature

2°C (36°F)

Max Temperature

12°C (54°F)

Chance of Rain

32%

Precipitation

106 mm (4.2 in)

Rainy days

10 days

Sunshine

193 hours *

Percentage Sunshine

* Data from: Wanaka, New Zealand (38 KM, 24 Miles).

Cromwell Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Cromwell - and find the best time to visit.

January

18°C (64°F)View January → February

19°C (66°F)View February → March

16°C (61°F)View March → April

13°C (55°F)View April → May

9°C (48°F)View May → June

4°C (39°F)View June → July

3°C (37°F)View July → August

5°C (41°F)View August → This monthSeptember

9°C (48°F)View September → October

12°C (54°F)View October → November

14°C (57°F)View November → December

17°C (63°F)View December →

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Daily Historical Temperatures

31-year average (1995-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Cromwell typically stay consistent throughout October, with daily highs averaging around 12°C (54°F). Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 3°C (37°F) to 5°C (41°F).

Average temperatures in October

Daily Historical Precipitation

31-year average (1995-2025)

Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.

Average precipitation in October

Historical weather records for Cromwell in October

Browse day-by-day weather records for Cromwell spanning 32 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Cromwell historical weather extremes in October

Based on 30 years of weather observations (1995-2025), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Cromwell.

The hottest October day on record in Cromwell reached 24°C (75°F) (October 19, 2017).
Cromwell experienced its chilliest October day on October 27, 2013, reaching only 5°C (41°F).
The lowest overnight temperature recorded in October was -9°C (16°F) (October 10, 2006).
The wettest day in October Cromwell was on October 23, 2025 with 48 mm (1.9 in) of precipitation.

Best Places 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. See all of New Zealand in October →

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation

Temperatures Precipitation

perfect weather

pleasant

tolerable

unpleasant

poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in October: blue is cold, red is hot.

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in October: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

What to Wear in Cromwell in October

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in October, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.