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Lyttelton weather in October (New Zealand)

Is Lyttelton a good destination in October, weather-wise? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

The typical weather for October in Lyttelton includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 16°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 8°C.

Precipitation

Lyttelton in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 54 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 10 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 204 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days January, February, March and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, June, July and August tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Lyttelton, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 11°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 32%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 54 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 74% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 204 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 50% *  
Data from: Christchurch, New Zealand (19 KM, 11 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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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. With a water temperature of around 11°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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