Cool
Average highs are around 14°C, so pack for cooler days.
October verdict
The Catlins, New Zealand in October
Weather score20Poor
Poor for holiday weather
Average highs are around 14°C, so pack for cooler days. Sunshine averages 5h per day, enough for a balanced month. Rainfall averages 98mm, so some wet days are possible.
October weather
Monthly averages
Temp
14°C
Rain
98mm
Sun
5h
Sea
11°C
Weather score
20
Poor
Seasonal climate calendar
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Trip feel
Showers
Rainfall averages 98mm, so some wet days are possible.
Some sun
Sunshine averages 5h per day, enough for a balanced month.
Cool sea
Sea temperatures average 11°C, so the water can feel cool.
Map
Weather map
Compare The Catlins, New Zealand with nearby places by weather score, rain, sun, temperature, and swim conditions.
Temperature
October14°C average high
October is close to The Catlins' 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
October98mm average rain
October sits near The Catlins' yearly rainfall average, so rain is a normal planning factor rather than an outlier.
Driest monthsJanuary to April and July to December
This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.
Sun
October5 hours average sun
October is brighter than The Catlins' 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
October11°C average sea
October is below The Catlins' yearly sea-temperature average, so swimming can feel fresher.
Warmest seaJanuary to April and December
Sea temperatures are usually near 13°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.
Weather score
October20 weather score
October scores below The Catlins' yearly average, so the weather trade-offs are more noticeable.
Best weather monthsJanuary to February and December
These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.