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Motueka Weather in October

Motueka in October sees moderate temperatures, with highs around 16°C (61°F) and overnight lows of 9°C (48°F). Rainfall is fairly high at around 146 mm (5.7 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.

Rainfall in Motueka in October

Typically around 13 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 146 mm (5.7 in) for the month. When it rains this month, it tends to come down fairly heavily. Showers can be substantial even if they don't last all day.

Temperature in Motueka in October

Expect highs of 16°C (61°F) in Motueka in October, with nights dropping to around 9°C (48°F). A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. With lows around 9°C (48°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Motueka in October

The city usually sees around 224 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days , a great month for sightseeing.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, February typically offers the best circumstances for Motueka.

Motueka Temperature in October

Min Temperature

9°C (48°F)

Max Temperature

16°C (61°F)

Chance of Rain

43%

Precipitation

146 mm (5.7 in)

Rainy days

13 days

Sunshine

224 hours

Percentage Sunshine

Motueka Weather by Month

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January

21°C (70°F)View January → February

21°C (70°F)View February → March

19°C (66°F)View March → April

17°C (63°F)View April → May

15°C (59°F)View May → June

13°C (55°F)View June → July

12°C (54°F)View July → August

12°C (54°F)View August → This monthSeptember

14°C (57°F)View September → October

16°C (61°F)View October → November

17°C (63°F)View November → December

19°C (66°F)View December →

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Daily Historical Temperatures

50-year average (1976-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Motueka typically stay consistent throughout October, with daily highs averaging around 16°C (61°F). Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 8°C (46°F) to 11°C (52°F).

Average temperatures in October

Daily Historical Precipitation

50-year average (1976-2025)

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

Average precipitation in October

Historical weather records for Motueka in October

Browse day-by-day weather records for Motueka spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Motueka historical weather extremes in October

According to our 49 years of weather records for Motueka, the following extremes were recorded between 1976 and 2025.

The warmest day in October was on October 16, 2025, with a maximum of 28°C (82°F).
The lowest daytime temperature in October was 9°C (48°F), recorded on October 2, 1977.
Nighttime temperatures dropped to 1°C (34°F) on October 6, 2009, marking the coldest October night on record.

Best Places in New Zealand in October

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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 Motueka in October

Pack for changing conditions in Motueka 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. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.