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Tasman weather in October (Tasman, New Zealand)

What does the weather outlook for Tasman look like in October? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

During October, Tasman usually has moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 16°C. But by evening, they drop to around 9°C.

Precipitation

Tasman in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 140 mm for the month. The month brings the most rain, so be prepared with an umbrella for the occasional shower. Historically, approximately 12 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

With around 224 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm February typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, June, July and August tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Tasman climate page with graphs.

 

Tasman, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 140 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
SunshineSunshine 224 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Motueka, New Zealand (10 KM, 6 Miles).

Where to go in New Zealand in October

Find out more about the weather in New Zealand and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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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 and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Tasman.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to New Zealand? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in New Zealand. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.