October is a very cold and dry time for sunbathing in New Zealand, and not recommended. October is too cold for swimming in New Zealand for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. Consider visiting New Zealand 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 New Zealand in October is 11°. The average maximum temperature is 10° in the previous month and 12° in the next month.
The average temperature in New Zealand in October is 9°. The average temperature ranges is 8° in the previous month and 10° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in New Zealand in October is 7°. The minimum temperature is 6° in the previous month and 8° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in New Zealand in October are 13.1 and there are 6.1 hours of sunshine per day on average during October making it a quite sunny month with some cloud cover.
The ultraviolet index in New Zealand in October is typically 8.1 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 New Zealand in October is 14° 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 New Zealand in October is 0.4cm and on average there are 9.5 rainy days in October making it a dry time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in New Zealand in October is 8° which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 7° in the previous month and 9° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in New Zealand in October is typically 56.5%. The maximum relative humidity is 58% in the previous month and 55.7% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in New Zealand in October is typically 47.5%. The average relative humidity is 49.6% in the previous month and 46.4% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in New Zealand in October is typically 20kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 18kmh in the previous month and 18kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in New Zealand in October is typically 12kmh. The average wind speed is 10kmh in the previous month and 11kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in New Zealand in October is from the South.
