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Northland Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Northland, New Zealand in October.

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Planning a getaway to Northland, New Zealand this October and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Northland in October

Northland, New Zealand is a region in New Zealand. October in Northland generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is mild in Opononi at 17°C (63°F) and pleasant in Mangonui at 19°C (66°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 12°C (54°F) in Mangonui and 12°C (54°F) in Opononi.

For specific regional insights in Northland, New Zealand, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Tutukaka with an average of 70 mm (2.8 in) to high rainfall in Opononi with 102 mm (4 in).

Explore Northland by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Northland — and find the best time to visit. (based on Paihia)

January24°C (75°F) February24°C (75°F) March23°C (73°F) April21°C (70°F) May19°C (66°F) June17°C (63°F) This monthJuly16°C (61°F) August16°C (61°F) September17°C (63°F) October18°C (64°F) November20°C (68°F) December22°C (72°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Northland in October

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Northland

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Northland, New Zealand?

Temperature range in Northland (October)

Precipitation variation in Northland (October)

Paihia

In October Paihia generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
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Russell

In October Russell generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
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Whangarei

In October Whangarei generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
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Kerikeri

In October Kerikeri generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
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Mangawhai

In October Mangawhai generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
76 mm (3 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Northland, in New Zealand.

Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Northland in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Paihia 18°C (64°F) 12°C (54°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Russell 18°C (64°F) 12°C (54°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Whangarei 19°C (66°F) 11°C (52°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Kerikeri 19°C (66°F) 11°C (52°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Mangawhai 18°C (64°F) 12°C (54°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Cable Bay 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)

Northland weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Northland, New Zealand in October?

Northland, New Zealand typically experiences pleasant weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Paihia average around 18°C (64°F), and temperatures drop to about 12°C (54°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Northland, New Zealand in October?

Average temperatures in Northland, New Zealand during October range from a nighttime low near 12°C (54°F) to a daytime high around 18°C (64°F) in Paihia.

Does Northland, New Zealand get a lot of rain in October?

Not particularly. Paihia averages just 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain in October, making it a mostly dry month for Northland, New Zealand.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Northland, New Zealand?

In our opinion, October is a good time to visit Northland, New Zealand with overall pleasant weather in Paihia. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Northland, New Zealand is in January, February, March, April, November and December with generally perfect weather in Paihia. In contrast, June, July and August tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Northland.

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