Nelson weather in October (Nelson Region, New Zealand)

How is the weather in Nelson in October? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In October, Nelson typically experiences moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 16°C, while nights can cool down to about 8°C.

Nelson in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 139 mm for the month. Since this is the rainiest month of the year, it's a good idea to carry an umbrella just in case. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 13 days of rain.

With around 240 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

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

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

 

Nelson, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 16°C  

Chance of Rain 43%  

Precipitation 139 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 77%  

Sunshine 240 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

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 Nelson in October?

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 in October.

Cycling

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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