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Waikanae weather in October (Wellington, New Zealand)

Thinking of visiting Waikanae in October? Check the weather first! Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

Typically, October in Waikanae includes moderate temperatures and heavy rainfall. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 15°C. At night, it falls to around 10°C.

Precipitation

Waikanae in October usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 161 mm for the month. Known for its heavy rain, this month often brings intense downpours. Carrying a poncho is recommended to keep dry. You can typically expect 17 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 183 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

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

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

 

Waikanae, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 10°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 15°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 56%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 161 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 80% *  
SunshineSunshine 183 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Wellington, New Zealand (55 KM, 34 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.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10

Interested in more climate information?

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