October is a cold and slightly rainy time for sunbathing in North Island and not really recommended. October is too cold for swimming in North Island for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. Consider visiting North Island in the months of January, February, March, December, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for October.
The average maximum temperature in North Island in October is 16°. The average maximum temperature is 15° in the previous month and 18° in the next month.
The average temperature in North Island in October is 13°. The average temperature ranges is 12° in the previous month and 14° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in North Island in October is 11°. The minimum temperature is 9° in the previous month and 12° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in North Island in October are 13 and there are 5.9 hours of sunshine per day on average during October making it a sunny month that is overcast at times.
The ultraviolet index in North Island in October is typically 8.5 during October. An ultraviolet index reading of 8 to 10 indicates a very high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 15 minutes. Take extra precautions because unprotected skin and eyes will be damaged and can burn quickly. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in North Island in October is 15.1° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.
The average total rainfall in North Island in October is 0.6cm and on average there are 13.9 rainy days in October making it a slightly wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in North Island in October is 11° which is very comfortable. The dew point is 11° in the previous month and 13° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in North Island in October is typically 82.6%. The maximum relative humidity is 84.8% in the previous month and 81.5% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in North Island in October is typically 69.5%. The average relative humidity is 72.5% in the previous month and 67.8% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in North Island in October is typically 29kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 26kmh in the previous month and 27kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in North Island in October is typically 17kmh. The average wind speed is 15kmh in the previous month and 16kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in North Island in October is from the West.
