October weather forecast
Punakaiki, New Zealand

October

Weather in October

October in Punakaiki, New Zealand, is a moderate spring month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 8.7°C (47.7°F) and 13.2°C (55.8°F).

Temperature

The onset of October brings with it an average high-temperature of a moderate 13.2°C (55.8°F), showing a negligible variation from the month before. Punakaiki maintains an average of approximately a chilly 8.7°C (47.7°F) during October nights, with only a minimal decrease from the daytime temperature.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Punakaiki is 81%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall in Punakaiki. Rain falls for 22.2 days and accumulates 153mm (6.02") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Punakaiki, snow does not fall in January through June, August through December.

Daylight

In Punakaiki, the average length of the day in October is 13h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of October, in Punakaiki, New Zealand, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:16 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Punakaiki is 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Punakaiki is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Punakaiki?
During October, Punakaiki experiences an average high-temperature of 13.2°C (55.8°F) and a low-temperature of 8.7°C (47.7°F).
What is the average humidity in October in Punakaiki?
The average relative humidity in October in Punakaiki, New Zealand, is 81%.
What is the wettest month in Punakaiki?
The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 22.2 days and typically aggregates up to 153mm (6.02") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in Punakaiki in October?
In Punakaiki, during October, the rain falls for 22.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 153mm (6.02") of precipitation.
When it does not snow in Punakaiki?
In Punakaiki, snow does not fall in January through June, August through December.
How many hours of daylight does Punakaiki have in October?
The average day length in October in Punakaiki is 13h and 14min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Punakaiki?
On the first day of October in Punakaiki, New Zealand, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:16 pm NZDT.
How long on average sun shines in October in Punakaiki?
The average sunshine duration in October in Punakaiki is 5.9h.
What is the UV index reading in October in Punakaiki?
In Punakaiki, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Punakaiki, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in October: 13.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (18.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (10.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 8.7°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (13.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (7.2°C).

Average pressure in October
Punakaiki, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in October: 1013mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1012.5mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Punakaiki, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in October: 15.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (15.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (12km/h).

Average humidity in October
Punakaiki, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in October: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (79%).

Average rainfall in October
Punakaiki, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in October: 153mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (153mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (69mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Punakaiki, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in October: 22.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (22.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Punakaiki, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in October: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is July (1mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October
Punakaiki, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is July (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Punakaiki, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in October: 7.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (13 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (7.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Punakaiki, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January and February (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in October
Punakaiki, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in October: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).

Average visibility in October
Punakaiki, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in October: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March and June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

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