Manawatu weather in October
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 moderate temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.
The average maximum temperatures are moderate 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.
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. Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Palmerston North. Most areas experience a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 145 hours of sunlight expected in Palmerston North. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.
For a closer look at October's conditions in Manawatu, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Manawatu's yearly weather, check out our Manawatu climate page.
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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.
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