October weather forecast
Motueka, New Zealand

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Weather in October

With October, Motueka embraces the full-blown spring season, complete with an increase in temperatures and a substantial number of daylight hours. The town receives the most substantial volume of rain, approximately 92mm (3.62"), spread over 13 rainy days. Yet, the sun shines brightly, beautifully contrasting the surge in rainfall. This offers a pretty balance of warm, sunny days complemented by the refreshing ambiance brought on by the moderate rainfall.

Temperature

Motueka's shift from September to October is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 16.8°C (62.2°F), a slight deviation from 14.9°C (58.8°F). Throughout the month of October, Motueka expects an average low of 7.9°C (46.2°F).

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Motueka, New Zealand, is October, when the rain falls for 13 days and typically aggregates up to 92mm (3.62") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Motueka, New Zealand, the average seawater temperature in October is 13.5°C (56.3°F).
Note: While a brief time in 13.5°C (56.3°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

The average length of the day in October is 13h and 11min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:07 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Motueka, New Zealand, is 7.2h.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Motueka in October?

Motueka in October has an average high-temperature of 16.8°C (62.2°F) and an average low-temperature of 7.9°C (46.2°F).

What is the wettest month in Motueka?

The month with the most rainfall in Motueka, New Zealand, is October, when the rain falls for 13 days and typically aggregates up to 92mm (3.62") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Motueka in October?

In October, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout October, 92mm (3.62") of precipitation is accumulated.

How cold is the water in October in Motueka?

In October, the average sea temperature in Motueka, New Zealand, is 13.5°C (56.3°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

How many hours of daylight does Motueka have in October?

In October, the average day length is 13h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Motueka?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:07 pm NZDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Motueka?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.2h.

Average temperature in October
Motueka, New Zealand

Average temperature in October - Motueka, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in October: 16.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and February (22.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (12.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 7.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (13°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (1.6°C).

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Average rainfall in October
Motueka, New Zealand

Average rainfall in October - Motueka, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in October: 92mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (92mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (57mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Motueka, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in October - Motueka, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are August, September and October (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).

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Average sea temperature in October
Motueka, New Zealand

Average sea temperature in October - Motueka, New Zealand
  • Average sea temperature in October: 13.5°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (18.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (12.4°C).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Motueka, New Zealand

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Motueka, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in October: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are May, June and July (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Motueka, New Zealand

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