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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 16°C (61°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 47.5% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.2 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in South Island.
October has total rainfall of 4.2cm (1.7inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 14.2 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.
Sea temperatures are a cold 14°C (57°F). October is too cold for swimming in South Island 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.
Consider visiting South Island in the months of January, February, March, December, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for October.
No, October is not a good time for sunbathing in South Island.
October has average maximum temperatures of 16°C (61°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 47.5% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.2 hours of sunshine per day. October has total rainfall of 4.2cm (1.7inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 14.2 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.
More about October temperature and sunshine.
No, October is too cold for swimming in South Island for any length of time, with the sea water at 14°C (57°F), unless you have a wetsuit.
More about October sea temperatures.
Probably not, October is not a good time for a holiday in South Island.
October has average maximum temperatures of 16°C (61°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 47.5% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.2 hours of sunshine per day. October has total rainfall of 4.2cm (1.7inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 14.2 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 South Island. Sea temperatures are a cold 14°C (57°F). October is too cold for swimming in South Island for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.
More about the October temperatures and sunshine.
No, South Island is a little too chilly for sunbathing in October.
The average maximum temperature in South Island in October is 16°C (61°F). The average maximum temperature is 15°C (59°) in the previous month and 18°C (64°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in South Island in October is 13°C (55°F). The average temperature is 11°C (52°F) in the previous month and 14°C (57°F) in the next month.
More info about the October temperatures and sunshine.
The average day light hours per day in South Island in October are 13.1. The sunshine percentage is 47.5% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.2 hours of sunshine per day.
More about October sunshine.
The weather in October is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into November. The average maximum temperature in South Island in October is 16°C (61°F). The average maximum temperature is 15°C (59°F) in the previous month and 18°C (64°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in South Island in October is 13°C (55°F). The average temperature is 11°C (52°F) in the previous month and 14°C (57°F) in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in South Island in October is 10°C (50°F). The minimum temperature is 9°C (47°F) in the previous month and 11°C (52°F) in the next month.
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 into November. During October the average day light hours are 13.1 per day in South Island. The sunshine percentage is 47.5% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.2 hours of sunshine per day.
The ultraviolet index in South Island in October is typically 8 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 South Island in October is 14.1°C (57.4°F) which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. The sea temperature in October is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into November.
October weather is marginally drier than the previous month and rainfall continues to drop slightly into November. October has a couple of less days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to drop slightly into November. The average total rainfall in South Island in October is 4.2cm (1.7inches) and on average there are 14.2 rainy days in October making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in South Island in October is 8°C (47°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 8°C (46°F) in the previous month and 9°C (9°F) in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in South Island in October is typically 59%. The maximum relative humidity is 60.5% in the previous month and 58.1% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in South Island in October is typically 49.6%. The average relative humidity is 51.8% in the previous month and 48.4% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in South Island in October is typically 21KM/H (13MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 19KM/H (12MPH) in the previous month and 19KM/H (12MPH) in the next month.
The average wind speed in South Island in October is typically 12KM/H (8MPH). The average wind speed is 11KM/H (7MPH) in the previous month and 11KM/H (7MPH) in the next month.
The average wind direction in South Island in October is from the South-Southwest.
Beaches recommended for you today, this weekend, in the next 2 weeks or in any month of the year.
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