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Rockdale Weather in October

October is one of the perfect months to visit Rockdale, with daytime temperatures of 22°C (72°F) and lows of 14°C (57°F) at night. Do note that quite a bit of rainfall is typical, averaging around 61 mm (2.4 in).

Rainfall in Rockdale in October

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 11 days of rain, with 61 mm (2.4 in) average for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Rockdale in October

October in Rockdale is generally perfect, with days reaching 22°C (72°F) and nights settling around 14°C (57°F). Conditions stay fairly consistent through the month, making it easier to plan what to wear. With overnight lows of 14°C (57°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep.

Sunshine in Rockdale in October

The month enjoys around 248 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

Wind Speed in Rockdale in October

October sees wind speeds averaging 4 m/s (8 knots). You'll experience variable conditions with moderate winds that create small waves on water and keep branches moving. Conditions range from light winds to moderate breezes throughout the month.

Average water temperature in October

With water at 18°C (64°F), swimming is comfortable for most people. It feels refreshing rather than cold, though it depends a bit on personal preference.

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Rockdale Temperature in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 14°C (57°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 22°C (72°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 18°C (64°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 61 mm (2.4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 53% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 m/s (8 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 248 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 62% *  
* Data from: Sydney, Australia (4 KM, 2 Miles).

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Legend 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).

What to Wear in Rockdale in October

For Rockdale in October, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. The water temperature sits at about 18°C (64°F), which is too chilly for most people to enjoy swimming. Leave the swimsuit at home unless you love cold water. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Rockdale in October

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Barbeque
8/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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