Port Stephens Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Port Stephens, Australia in October.

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Nelson Bay Shoal Bay Salamander Bay Soldiers Point

Considering a trip to Port Stephens, Australia this October and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Port Stephens in October

Port Stephens, Australia is a region in Australia. October in Port Stephens generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 22°C (72°F) and nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) in Nelson Bay.

For a closer look at conditions across Port Stephens, Australia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Raymond Terrace with an average of 57 mm (2.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Shoal Bay with 63 mm (2.5 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Port Stephens in October

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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 Port Stephens

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Port Stephens, Australia?

Temperature range in Port Stephens (October)

Precipitation variation in Port Stephens (October)

Nelson Bay

In October Nelson Bay 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 »
September
October
November
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Nelson Bay →

Shoal Bay

In October Shoal Bay generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Shoal Bay →

Salamander Bay

In October Salamander Bay generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°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 »
September
October
November
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Salamander Bay →

Soldiers Point

In October Soldiers Point generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°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 »
September
October
November
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Soldiers Point →

Raymond Terrace

In October Raymond Terrace generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Raymond Terrace →

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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Nelson Bay 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Shoal Bay 22°C (72°F) 16°C (61°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Salamander Bay 23°C (73°F) 15°C (59°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Soldiers Point 23°C (73°F) 15°C (59°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Raymond Terrace 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)

Port Stephens weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Port Stephens, Australia in October?

In October, Port Stephens, Australia generally has perfect weather conditions. Nelson Bay sees daytime temperatures near 22°C (72°F), with nights cooling to roughly 15°C (59°F).

What is the average temperature in Port Stephens, Australia in October?

In Nelson Bay, the average daytime high in October is 22°C (72°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 15°C (59°F).

Does Port Stephens, Australia get a lot of rain in October?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Port Stephens, Australia during October, with Nelson Bay averaging close to 63 mm (2.5 in).

Is October a Good Time to Visit Port Stephens, Australia?

We consider October to be one of the best times to travel to Port Stephens, Australia. Typically, the climate in Nelson Bay is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, March, April, May, September, October, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Nelson Bay.

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