Cool
Average highs are around 13°C, so pack for cooler days.
October verdict
Stewart Island, New Zealand in October
Weather score19Poor
Poor for holiday weather
Average highs are around 13°C, so pack for cooler days. Sunshine averages 4.8h per day, so this is not one of the brighter months. Rainfall averages 105mm, so some wet days are possible.
October weather
Monthly averages
Temp
13°C
Rain
105mm
Sun
4.8h
Sea
12°C
Weather score
19
Poor
Seasonal climate calendar
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Trip feel
Showers
Rainfall averages 105mm, so some wet days are possible.
Limited sun
Sunshine averages 4.8h per day, so this is not one of the brighter months.
Cool sea
Sea temperatures average 12°C, so the water can feel cool.
Map
Weather map
Compare Stewart Island, New Zealand with nearby places by weather score, rain, sun, temperature, and swim conditions.
Temperature
October13°C average high
October is close to Stewart Island'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
October105mm average rain
October sits near Stewart Island's yearly rainfall average, so rain is a normal planning factor rather than an outlier.
Driest monthsFebruary to March and June to December
This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.
Sun
October4.8 hours average sun
October is brighter than Stewart Island's yearly average, though the strongest sunshine usually sits closer to the peak months.
Brightest monthsJanuary to February and October to December
This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.
Sea temperature
October12°C average sea
October is one of the coolest sea months, so the water may feel fresher than in peak months.
Warmest seaJanuary to April and December
Sea temperatures are usually near 14°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.
Weather score
October19 weather score
October sits close to Stewart Island's yearly weather-score average, giving a typical overall read on the month.
Best weather monthsJanuary to March and November to December
These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.