Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average sea temperature in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
At the onset of October, Christchurch records an average high-temperature of a still moderate 15.2°C (59.4°F), showing little deviation from the preceding month. Christchurch reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 5.6°C (42.1°F) in October.Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 12.5 days and typically aggregates up to 38mm (1.5") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months without snowfall in Christchurch.Sea temperature
In Christchurch, the average seawater temperature in October is 11.1°C (52°F).Note: While a brief time in 11.1°C (52°F) at 13°C (55.4°F) is already bracing, plunging below 10°C (50°F) can severely affect breathing and introduce a cold shock, relying on your physical state.
Daylight
In Christchurch, New Zealand, the average length of the day in October is 13h and 17min.On the first day of October in Christchurch, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:13 pm NZDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 7.6h.UV index
In Christchurch, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A typical high UV index of 4 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
Frequently asked questions
What are October temperatures in Christchurch?
What is the average humidity in October in Christchurch?
What is the wettest month in Christchurch?
How much does it rain in Christchurch in October?
When it does not snow in Christchurch?
Does it snow in Christchurch in October?
How cold is the water in October in Christchurch?
How many hours of daylight does Christchurch have in October?
When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Christchurch?
How many hours of sunshine does Christchurch have in October?
What is the UV index intensity in October in Christchurch?
Average temperature in October
Christchurch, New Zealand
- Average high temperature in October: 15.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (21.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (10.3°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 5.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (11.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (3.8°C).
Average pressure in October
Christchurch, New Zealand
- Average pressure in October: 1011.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1016.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.9mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Christchurch, New Zealand
- Average wind speed in October: 14.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (15.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (12.4km/h).
Average humidity in October
Christchurch, New Zealand
- Average humidity in October: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (70%).
Average rainfall in October
Christchurch, New Zealand
- Average rainfall in October: 38mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (38mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (14mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Christchurch, New Zealand
- Average rainfall days in October: 12.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (12.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (8 days).
Average snowfall in October
Christchurch, New Zealand
- Average snowfall in October: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is August (5mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in October
Christchurch, New Zealand
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are June and August (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (0 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Christchurch, New Zealand
- Average sea temperature in October: 11.1°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (16.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (9.5°C).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Christchurch, New Zealand
- Average daylight in October: 13h and 2min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in October: 7h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in October
Christchurch, New Zealand
- Average sunshine days in October: 17.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Christchurch, New Zealand
- Average UV index in October: 4
The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in October
Christchurch, New Zealand
- Average cloud cover in October: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are January, February, March and May (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in October
Christchurch, New Zealand
- Average visibility in October: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, August, September, October and November (9km).
Christchurch, New Zealand
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