Weather in Tunnel Beach, Dunedin, New Zealand in October

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Visiting Tunnel Beach, Dunedin, New Zealand in October

The weather in October is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into November. October has average maximum temperatures of 13°C (56°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 71% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.5hrs making the days long and bright. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Tunnel Beach.

October has total rainfall of 4.3cm (1.7inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 12.3 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

Sea temperatures are a cold 9°C (49°F). October is too cold for swimming in Tunnel Beach for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in October is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into November.

October sees a transition to warmer and more settled weather, making beach activities like swimming and sunbathing more appealing. Snorkeling is popular during this month, and surfers, windsurfers, and kitesurfers can enjoy more consistent conditions. Consider visiting Tunnel Beach in the months of January, February, March, December, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for October.

Can you sunbathe in Tunnel Beach in October?

No, October is not a good time for sunbathing in Tunnel Beach.

October has average maximum temperatures of 13°C (56°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 71% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.5hrs making the days long and bright. October has total rainfall of 4.3cm (1.7inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 12.3 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

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Can you swim in Tunnel Beach in October?

No, October is too cold for swimming in Tunnel Beach for any length of time, with the sea water at 9°C (49°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

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Is October a good time to holiday in Tunnel Beach?

No, October is not a good time for a holiday in Tunnel Beach.

October has average maximum temperatures of 13°C (56°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 71% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.5hrs making the days long and bright. October has total rainfall of 4.3cm (1.7inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 12.3 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Tunnel Beach. Sea temperatures are a cold 9°C (49°F). October is too cold for swimming in Tunnel Beach for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

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Is Tunnel Beach warm in October?

No, Tunnel Beach is too cold for sunbathing in October.

The average maximum temperature in Tunnel Beach in October is 13°C (56°F). The average maximum temperature is 12°C (54°) in the previous month and 14°C (57°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Tunnel Beach in October is 11°C (51°F). The average temperature is 10°C (49°F) in the previous month and 12°C (53°F) in the next month.

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How sunny is Tunnel Beach in October?

The average day light hours per day in Tunnel Beach in October are 13.4. The sunshine percentage is 71% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.5hrs making the days long and bright.

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Crowds in Tunnel Beach in October

October sees the weather continuing to improve, and more people may start to visit Tunnel Beach as a result. However, the beach remains relatively uncrowded during this month, with no major public holidays or special events to draw large crowds.

Temperature in Tunnel Beach in October

The weather in October is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into November. The average maximum temperature in Tunnel Beach in October is 13°C (56°F). The average maximum temperature is 12°C (54°F) in the previous month and 14°C (57°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Tunnel Beach in October is 11°C (51°F). The average temperature is 10°C (49°F) in the previous month and 12°C (53°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Tunnel Beach in October is 8°C (46°F). The minimum temperature is 7°C (45°F) in the previous month and 10°C (50°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Tunnel Beach in October

The days in October are much longer than the previous month and the days continue to get a bit longer into November. October has marginally more hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to rise quickly into November. During October the average day light hours are 13.4 per day in Tunnel Beach. The sunshine percentage is 71% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.5hrs making the days long and bright.

The ultraviolet index in Tunnel Beach in October is typically 6.1 during October. An ultraviolet index reading of 6 to 7 indicates a high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 20 minutes. Protection against skin and eye damage is needed. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm. 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.

Sea Temperature in Tunnel Beach in October

The average sea water temperature in Tunnel Beach in October is 9.4°C (48.9°F) which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. The sea temperature in October is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into November.

Rainfall in Tunnel Beach in October

October weather is slightly drier than the previous month. October has a few more days of rain than the previous month. The average total rainfall in Tunnel Beach in October is 4.3cm (1.7inches) and on average there are 12.3 rainy days in October making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

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