Fox Glacier Weather in October
Fox Glacier in October sees low temperatures, with highs around 12°C (54°F) and overnight lows of 4°C (39°F). With the rainy season in full effect, expect around 365 mm (14 in) of rainfall and regular showers throughout the month.
Rainfall in Fox Glacier in October
As part of the rainy season, Fox Glacier sees around 18 days of rain in October, with an average of 365 mm (14 in). With high rainfall totals spread across the month, individual showers can be very heavy. Waterproof gear is strongly recommended.
Temperature in Fox Glacier in October
Daytime temperatures in Fox Glacier reach 12°C (54°F) in October, dropping to 4°C (39°F) at night. Cold conditions persist throughout the day, so warm clothing is important from the moment you head outside. With overnight lows of 4°C (39°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.Our weather planner can help you explore other travel destinations worldwide.
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Fox Glacier Temperature in October
Min Temperature
4°C (39°F)
Max Temperature
12°C (54°F)
Chance of Rain
61%
Precipitation
365 mm (14 in)
Rainy days
18 days
Historical weather for Fox Glacier in October
Browse day-by-day weather records for Fox Glacier spanning 21 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Fox Glacier historical weather extremes in October
According to our 19 years of weather records for Fox Glacier, the following extremes were recorded between 2006 and 2025.
- The warmest day in October was on October 5, 2023, with a maximum of 25°C (77°F).
- The coldest October day was on October 28, 2025, with a maximum of 4°C (39°F).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in October was -5°C (23°F) (October 28, 2023).
- The heaviest October precipitation occurred on October 13, 2012, when 124 mm (4.9 in) of precipitation fell.
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What to Wear in Fox Glacier in October
Pack for changing conditions in Fox Glacier in October. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything!What To Do in Fox Glacier in October
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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