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Methven weather in October (Canterbury, New Zealand)

What does the weather outlook for Methven look like in October? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

Typically, October in Methven includes moderate temperatures and high rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 15°C, cooling down at night to around 5°C.

Precipitation

Methven in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 115 mm for the month. With the most rainfall occurring this month, it's practical to keep an umbrella handy for sudden downpours. Typically, you can expect about 10 days of rain this month.

Average sunshine

With approximately 204 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm February typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, June and July tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Methven, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 5°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 15°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 35%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 115 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 74% *  
SunshineSunshine 204 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 50% *  
Data from: Christchurch, New Zealand (74 KM, 46 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.

Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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