Palmerston North weather in October (Manawatu, New Zealand)

How is the weather in Palmerston North in October? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In October, Palmerston North generally has moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 17°C. But by evening, they drop to around 8°C.

Palmerston North in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 128 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. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 15 days of rain are anticipated.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 145 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

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

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

 

Palmerston North, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 17°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 50%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 128 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 81%  
SunshineSunshine 145 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage 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.

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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 Palmerston North in October?

For visitors traveling to Palmerston North, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

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

Interested in more climate information?

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