Weather in Sandfly Bay, Otago Region, New Zealand in October

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Visiting Sandfly Bay, Otago Region, 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 Sandfly Bay.

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 10°C (50°F). October is too cold for swimming in Sandfly Bay for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in October is slightly warmer than the previous month.

In October, the weather continues to warm up, making swimming and sunbathing more enjoyable. Surfing remains popular due to the consistent swells, and windsurfing, snorkeling, and diving conditions continue to improve as the water temperatures rise. Consider visiting Sandfly Bay 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 Sandfly Bay in October?

No, October is not a good time for sunbathing in Sandfly Bay.

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 Sandfly Bay in October?

No, October is too cold for swimming in Sandfly Bay for any length of time, with the sea water at 10°C (50°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

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Is October a good time to holiday in Sandfly Bay?

No, October is not a good time for a holiday in Sandfly Bay.

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 Sandfly Bay. Sea temperatures are a cold 10°C (50°F). October is too cold for swimming in Sandfly Bay for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

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Is Sandfly Bay warm in October?

No, Sandfly Bay is too cold for sunbathing in October.

The average maximum temperature in Sandfly Bay 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 Sandfly Bay 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 Sandfly Bay in October?

The average day light hours per day in Sandfly Bay 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 Sandfly Bay in October

October is a pleasant spring month, with warmer weather and longer days. There are no public holidays in October, but the improving weather may attract more visitors to the beach, especially on weekends. However, the beach will still be relatively uncrowded.

Temperature in Sandfly Bay 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 Sandfly Bay 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 Sandfly Bay 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 Sandfly Bay 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 Sandfly Bay 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 Sandfly Bay. 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 Sandfly Bay 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 Sandfly Bay in October

The average sea water temperature in Sandfly Bay in October is 9.9°C (49.8°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 slightly warmer than the previous month.

Rainfall in Sandfly Bay 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 Sandfly Bay 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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