October Rainfall and Precipitation in The Marlborough Sounds
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in the Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand in October.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in October: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
The Marlborough Sounds precipitation in October: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does the Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand receive in October?
Picton stays mostly dry in October, with average rainfall close to 91 mm (3.6 in).
How many days does it rain in the Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand in October?
Expect around 12 days rainy days in Picton during October.
Is October part of the rainy season in the Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand?
No. October sits outside the typical rainy season in the Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand, so you can expect drier conditions overall.
What is the wettest city in October in the Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand?
In our database, Wairau Valley stands out as having an average rainfall level of 138 mm (5.4 in), making it the wettest location.
What is the driest city in October in the Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand?
Based on our database, Endeavour Inlet sees the least rainfall in the Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand in October, with around 89 mm (3.5 in) on average.
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