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Otira Weather in October

Otira in October sees low temperatures, with highs around 11°C (52°F) and overnight lows of 3°C (37°F). Rainfall is at its peak this month, around 329 mm (13 in) on average, so waterproofs are essential.

Rainfall in Otira in October

As part of the rainy season, Otira sees around 19 days of rain in October, with an average of 329 mm (13 in). With high rainfall totals spread across the month, individual showers can be very heavy. Waterproof gear is strongly recommended.

Temperature in Otira in October

Otira in October gets highs of 11°C (52°F) during the day and drops to 3°C (37°F) at night. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. Nights drop to 3°C (37°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Otira in October

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 166 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and rain.

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Otira Temperature in October

Min Temperature

3°C (37°F)

Max Temperature

11°C (52°F)

Chance of Rain

63%

Precipitation

329 mm (13 in)

Rainy days

19 days

Humidity

83% *

Sunshine

166 hours *

Percentage Sunshine

* Data from: Hokitika, New Zealand (48 KM, 30 Miles).

Otira Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Otira - and find the best time to visit.

January

17°C (63°F)View January → February

18°C (64°F)View February → March

16°C (61°F)View March → April

13°C (55°F)View April → May

10°C (50°F)View May → June

7°C (45°F)View June → July

6°C (43°F)View July → August

7°C (45°F)View August → This monthSeptember

9°C (48°F)View September → October

11°C (52°F)View October → November

13°C (55°F)View November → December

16°C (61°F)View December →

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Daily Historical Temperatures

50-year average (1976-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Otira typically stay consistent throughout October, with daily highs averaging around 11°C (52°F). Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 6°C (43°F) to 8°C (46°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 Otira in October

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

Otira historical weather extremes in October

The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Otira from 1976 through 2025.

The warmest day in October was on October 23, 1983, with a maximum of 24°C (75°F).
Otira experienced its chilliest October day on October 13, 1987, reaching only 9°C (48°F).
The coldest night in October in Otira was on October 7, 2012, with a minimum of -4°C (25°F).

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 Otira in October

Pack for changing conditions in Otira 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. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.