Cool
Average highs are around 18°C, so pack for cooler days.
October verdict
Gisborne, New Zealand in October
Weather score35Poor
Poor for holiday weather
Average highs are around 18°C, so pack for cooler days. Sunshine averages 6.6h per day, enough for a balanced month. Rainfall averages 78mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.
October weather
Monthly averages
Temp
18°C
Rain
78mm
Sun
6.6h
Sea
15°C
Weather score
35
Poor
Seasonal climate calendar
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Trip feel
Drier
Rainfall averages 78mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.
Some sun
Sunshine averages 6.6h per day, enough for a balanced month.
Cool sea
Sea temperatures average 15°C, so the water can feel cool.
Map
Weather map
Compare Gisborne, New Zealand with nearby places by weather score, rain, sun, temperature, and swim conditions.
Temperature
October18°C average high
October is close to Gisborne'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
October78mm average rain
October sits on the drier side of Gisborne's year, which helps with sightseeing and transfers.
Driest monthsJanuary to February and October to December
This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.
Sun
October6.6 hours average sun
October is brighter than Gisborne's yearly average, though the strongest sunshine usually sits closer to the peak months.
Brightest monthsJanuary to February and November to December
This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.
Sea temperature
October15°C average sea
October is below Gisborne's yearly sea-temperature average, so swimming can feel fresher.
Warmest seaJanuary to April
Sea temperatures are usually near 19°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.
Weather score
October35 weather score
October sits close to Gisborne's yearly weather-score average, giving a typical overall read on the month.
Best weather monthsJanuary to February and December
These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.