October Rainfall and Precipitation in Otago

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Otago, New Zealand in October.

Otago, New Zealand, a region in New Zealand, experiences precipitation in October ranging from moderate in Oamaru with 66 mm (2.6 in) of rainfall to heavy in Makarora with 253 mm (10 in) of rainfall. On average, October is the wettest month of the year in Otago, New Zealand.

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Best Places to Visit in Otago in October

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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.

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Otago precipitation in October: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Otago, New Zealand receive in October?

Queenstown often experiences a notable amount of rain in October, with an average of about 152 mm (6 in). The city's weather is known to change unexpectedly because of these showers.

How many days does it rain in Otago, New Zealand in October?

Rainfall in Queenstown typically falls on roughly 13 days days in October.

Is October part of the rainy season in Otago, New Zealand?

No. October sits outside the typical rainy season in Otago, New Zealand, so you can expect drier conditions overall.

What is the wettest city in October in Otago, New Zealand?

In our database, Makarora stands out as having an average rainfall level of 253 mm (10 in), making it the wettest location.

What is the driest city in October in Otago, New Zealand?

Oamaru is the driest city we have data for in Otago, New Zealand in October, with monthly rainfall close to 66 mm (2.6 in).

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