Cool
Average highs are around 16°C, so pack for cooler days.
Weather Guide
New Zealand Average Monthly Weather
Weather score28Poor annual avg
Best months: February, January, December
Across the year, average daytime temperatures are around 16°C, sunshine averages 5h per day, and rainfall totals about 1654mm. Sea temperatures average 14°C across the year.
Annual weather
Annual averages
Temp
16°C
Rain
1654mm
Annual total
Sun
5h
Sea
14°C
Weather score
28
Poor avg
Seasonal climate calendar
Trip feel
Showers
Rainfall averages 142mm, so some wet days are possible.
Some sun
Sunshine averages 5.5h per day, enough for a balanced month.
Cool sea
Sea temperatures average 12°C, so the water can feel cool.
Map
Weather map
Compare New Zealand with nearby places by weather score, rain, sun, temperature, and swim conditions.
Temperature
October16°C average high
October is close to New Zealand's yearly temperature average, giving a typical read on daytime heat.
Warmest monthsJanuary to March and December
This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.
Rain
October142mm average rain
October is wetter than New Zealand's yearly average, so flexible plans matter more.
Driest monthsJanuary to February and November
This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.
Sun
October5.5 hours average sun
October sits close to New Zealand's yearly sunshine average, so it is a middle-of-the-pack month for bright days.
Brightest monthsJanuary to February and November to December
This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.
Sea temperature
October12°C average sea
October is below New Zealand's yearly sea-temperature average, so swimming can feel fresher.
Warmest seaJanuary to March
Sea temperatures are usually near 16°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.
Weather score
October25 weather score
October scores below New Zealand's yearly average, so the weather trade-offs are more noticeable.
Best weather monthsJanuary to February
These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.