Papatotara weather in October (New Zealand)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Papatotara during October? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.

Temperatures

In October, the weather in Papatotara generally includes moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 13°C. At night, they generally drop to 7°C.

Precipitation

Papatotara in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 155 mm for the month. This month is known for its intense rain, often falling heavily. Having a poncho will help you stay dry during the showers. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 18 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 176 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Papatotara. January and February generally stand out with the best circumstances. While May, June, July, August, September and October tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Papatotara, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 13°C  

Chance of Rain 58%  

Precipitation 155 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Sunshine 176 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 40% *  

Data from: Invercargill, New Zealand (61 KM, 38 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.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

3/10

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