October Rainfall and Precipitation in New South Wales
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in New South Wales, Australia 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.
New South Wales precipitation in October: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does New South Wales, Australia receive in October?
Sydney stays mostly dry in October, with average rainfall close to 63 mm (2.5 in).
How many days does it rain in New South Wales, Australia in October?
On average, Sydney has about 11 days days of rain in October.
Is October part of the rainy season in New South Wales, Australia?
No. October sits outside the typical rainy season in New South Wales, Australia, so you can expect drier conditions overall.
What is the wettest city in October in New South Wales, Australia?
Based on our records, Thredbo receives the most rainfall in New South Wales, Australia in October, averaging about 107 mm (4.2 in).
What is the driest city in October in New South Wales, Australia?
In our records, Broken Hill stands out as the driest city in New South Wales, Australia for October, averaging just 19 mm (0.7 in).
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