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New South Wales Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in New South Wales, Australia in October.

Planning a trip to New South Wales, Australia this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in New South Wales in October

New South Wales, Australia is a region in Australia. The weather in New South Wales in October can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from mild to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to high.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from mild in Thredbo at 16°C (61°F) to very warm in Bourke at 30°C (86°F). At night it cools down to 15°C (59°F) in Bourke and 3°C (37°F) in Thredbo.

For specific regional insights in New South Wales, Australia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Broken Hill with an average of 19 mm (0.7 in) to high rainfall in Thredbo with 107 mm (4.2 in).

Average sunshine

October brings good sunshine to many areas. Sydney sees around 248 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore New South Wales by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in New South Wales — and find the best time to visit. (based on Sydney)

Best Places to Visit in New South Wales in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across New South Wales.

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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 New South Wales

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in New South Wales, Australia?

Temperature range in New South Wales (October)

Precipitation variation in New South Wales (October)

Sydney

In October Sydney generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
234 hours
248 hours
243 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Byron Bay

In October Byron Bay generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
260 hours
250 hours
Monthly rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Jindabyne

In October Jindabyne generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions

The Entrance

In October The Entrance generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Merimbula

In October Merimbula generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in New South Wales, in Australia.

Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in New South Wales in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sydney 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Byron Bay 24°C (75°F) 18°C (64°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Jindabyne 17°C (63°F) 4°C (39°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
The Entrance 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Merimbula 20°C (68°F) 11°C (52°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Coffs Harbour 23°C (73°F) 15°C (59°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)

New South Wales weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in New South Wales, Australia in October?

Expect perfect weather across New South Wales, Australia in October. The popular destination of Sydney averages 22°C (72°F) by day and 15°C (59°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in New South Wales, Australia in October?

Sydney averages a daytime maximum of 22°C (72°F) in October, with overnight lows close to 15°C (59°F).

Does New South Wales, Australia get a lot of rain in October?

October is on the drier side in New South Wales, Australia. Sydney averages only about 63 mm (2.5 in), with most days staying dry.

Is October a Good Time to Visit New South Wales, Australia?

We believe that October is one of the best times to visit New South Wales, Australia with overall perfect weather in Sydney. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, January, March, April, May, September, October, November and December provide perfect weather in Sydney.

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