Wanaka weather in October (Otago, New Zealand)
Is October a good time to explore Wanaka weather-wise? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.
Temperatures
The month of October in Wanaka typically brings low temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 11°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 2°C.
Precipitation
Wanaka in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 145 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 11 days of the month will see rainfall.Average sunshine
Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 193 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Wanaka.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Wanaka. January and February generally stand out with the best circumstances. While April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Wanaka climate page with graphs.
Wanaka, monthly averages in October
Min Temperature
2°C
Max Temperature
11°C
Chance of Rain
36%
Precipitation
145 mm
Rainy days
11 days
Sunshine
193 hours
Percentage Sunshine
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.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
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.
Interested in more climate information?
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