Punakaiki weather in October (West Coast, New Zealand)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Punakaiki 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 Punakaiki generally includes moderate temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 14°C, while night temperatures can drop to 9°C.

Precipitation

Punakaiki in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 291 mm for the month. The month brings the heaviest rain of the year, often in intense bursts. Make sure to have a poncho to stay dry during the showers. Climate data suggests that about 20 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

With about 166 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Punakaiki. February typically offers the best circumstances. While January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Punakaiki, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 9°C  

Max Temperature 14°C  

Chance of Rain 68%  

Precipitation 291 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Sunshine 166 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Hokitika, New Zealand (73 KM, 45 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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