Weather in October in Manawatu
Considering a trip to Manawatu this October and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Manawatu in October?
Manawatu is a region in New Zealand. October in Manawatu generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 14°C in National Park to 17°C in Feilding. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C in Feilding and 5°C in National Park.For a closer look at conditions across Manawatu, refer to the map below.
Precipitation
In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Whanganui with an average of 115 mm to heavy rainfall in National Park with 199 mm. Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Palmerston North.Average sunshine
The city Palmerston North usually sees around 145 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.For an in-depth overview of the yearly conditions, do visit our Manawatu climate page.
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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in October for the 5 most popular destinations in Manawatu?
Palmerston North
In October Palmerston North generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Whanganui
In October Whanganui generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Ohakune
In October Ohakune generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Levin
In October Levin generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Taumarunui
In October Taumarunui generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Manawatu, in New Zealand.
Is October the best time to visit Manawatu?
In our view, October might not be the best time to travel to Manawatu with often unpleasant weather in Palmerston North.
Generally speaking, January, February and March provide perfect weather in Palmerston North. On the other hand, the weather in July tends to be poor.
Interested in more climate information?
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