Hawke's Bay Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand in October.

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Napier Hastings Havelock North Clive

Considering a trip to Hawke's Bay, New Zealand this October and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Hawke's Bay in October

Hawke's Bay, New Zealand is a region in New Zealand. October in Hawke's Bay generally has pleasant temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 18°C (64°F) and nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) in Napier.

For specific regional insights in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Te Awanga with an average of 66 mm (2.6 in) to moderate rainfall in Wairoa with 92 mm (3.6 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Napier sees close to 215 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Hawke's Bay by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Hawke's Bay — and find the best time to visit. (based on Napier)

January24°C (75°F) February23°C (73°F) March22°C (72°F) April20°C (68°F) May17°C (63°F) June15°C (59°F) This monthJuly14°C (57°F) August15°C (59°F) September16°C (61°F) October18°C (64°F) November20°C (68°F) December22°C (72°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Hawke's Bay in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Hawke's Bay.

Conditions 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).

Popular Destinations in Hawke's Bay

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand?

Temperature range in Hawke's Bay (October)

Precipitation variation in Hawke's Bay (October)

Napier

In October Napier generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
183 hours
215 hours
218 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
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Hastings

In October Hastings generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
183 hours
215 hours
218 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
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Havelock North

In October Havelock North generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
183 hours
215 hours
218 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
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Clive

In October Clive generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
183 hours
215 hours
218 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
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Eskdale

In October Eskdale generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
183 hours
215 hours
218 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
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Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Hawke's Bay in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Napier 18°C (64°F) 10°C (50°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Hastings 18°C (64°F) 10°C (50°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Havelock North 18°C (64°F) 10°C (50°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Clive 18°C (64°F) 10°C (50°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Eskdale 18°C (64°F) 10°C (50°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Wairoa 18°C (64°F) 10°C (50°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)

Hawke's Bay weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand in October?

October in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand brings pleasant weather. In Napier, daytime temperatures are typically around 18°C (64°F) and nighttime lows hover near 10°C (50°F).

What is the average temperature in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand in October?

Average temperatures in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand during October range from a nighttime low near 10°C (50°F) to a daytime high around 18°C (64°F) in Napier.

Does Hawke's Bay, New Zealand get a lot of rain in October?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand during October, with Napier averaging close to 71 mm (2.8 in).

Is October a Good Time to Visit Hawke's Bay, New Zealand?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Napier, October might be a good time to visit Hawke's Bay, New Zealand. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Napier. In contrast, May, June, July, August and September tend to have tolerable weather conditions.

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