Glenorchy weather in October (Otago, New Zealand)

How is the weather in Glenorchy in October? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In October, Glenorchy generally has low temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 8°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 0°C.

Glenorchy in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 230 mm for the month. This month marks the year's heaviest rainfall, with frequent intense rainshowers. It's advisable to be prepared with appropriate rain gear to stay dry. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 15 days of the month will see rainfall.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 200 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Glenorchy. February and March generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Glenorchy, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 0°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 48%  

Precipitation 230 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 71% *  

Sunshine 200 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Queenstown, New Zealand (29 KM, 18 Miles).

Where to go in New Zealand in October

Find out more about the weather in New Zealand in October and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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 Glenorchy in October?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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