Cool
Average highs are around 18°C, so pack for cooler days.
October verdict
Hamilton (New Zealand), New Zealand in October
Weather score30Poor
Poor for holiday weather
Average highs are around 18°C, so pack for cooler days. Sunshine averages 5.6h per day, enough for a balanced month. Rainfall averages 102mm, so some wet days are possible.
October weather
Monthly averages
Temp
18°C
Rain
102mm
Sun
5.6h
Sea
15°C
Weather score
30
Poor
Seasonal climate calendar
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Trip feel
Showers
Rainfall averages 102mm, so some wet days are possible.
Some sun
Sunshine averages 5.6h per day, enough for a balanced month.
Cool sea
Sea temperatures average 15°C, so the water can feel cool.
Map
Weather map
Compare Hamilton (New Zealand), New Zealand with nearby places by weather score, rain, sun, temperature, and swim conditions.
Temperature
October18°C average high
October is close to Hamilton (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
October102mm average rain
October sits near Hamilton (New Zealand)'s yearly rainfall average, so rain is a normal planning factor rather than an outlier.
Driest monthsJanuary to April and October to December
This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.
Sun
October5.6 hours average sun
October sits close to Hamilton (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
October15°C average sea
October is below Hamilton (New Zealand)'s yearly sea-temperature average, so swimming can feel fresher.
Warmest seaJanuary to March
Sea temperatures are usually near 20°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.
Weather score
October30 weather score
October scores below Hamilton (New Zealand)'s yearly average, so the weather trade-offs are more noticeable.
Best weather monthsJanuary to March
These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.
