October weather forecast
Whakatane, New Zealand

October

Weather in October

October in Whakatane welcomes spring with temperatures resting between 6.6°C (43.9°F) and 16.3°C (61.3°F). This month sees a perfect blend of mild temperatures, just about enough rainfall, and plentiful sunlight. The outdoors appear exceptionally inviting, with verdant greens covering vast stretches in and around the city. Even with the frequent rainfall, there is an absence of any snowfall.

Temperature

The transition from September to October sees an average high-temperature of an enjoyable 16.3°C (61.3°F), indicating a minor variance from the prior month. Throughout October nights, Whakatane experiences a consistent temperature average of 6.6°C (43.9°F).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Whakatane, in October, it is raining for 14.7 days, with typically 58mm (2.28") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 169.2 rainfall days, and 748mm (29.45") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Whakatane, New Zealand, snow does not fall in January through July, September through December.

Sea temperature

In Whakatane, the average seawater temperature in October is 15.8°C (60.4°F).
Note: For most individuals, swimming in 15.8°C (60.4°F) is not a pleasurable activity. Breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature declines below 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 13h and 4min.
On the first day of October in Whakatane, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:45 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests this advice:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Whakatane?
The high-temperature, in October, in Whakatane, records 16.3°C (61.3°F), while the low-temperature is 6.6°C (43.9°F).
What is the average humidity in October in Whakatane?
In Whakatane, New Zealand, the average relative humidity in October is 81%.
How many days does it rain in October in Whakatane?
In Whakatane, in October, it is raining for 14.7 days, with typically 58mm (2.28") of accumulated precipitation.
When it does not snow in Whakatane?
January through July, September through December are months without snowfall in Whakatane, New Zealand.
What is the sea temperature in October in Whakatane?
In Whakatane, the average seawater temperature in October is 15.8°C (60.4°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 15.8°C (60.4°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).
How many hours of daylight does Whakatane have in October?
In October, the average day length is 13h and 4min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Whakatane?
In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in Whakatane, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:45 pm NZDT.
How long on average sun shines in October in Whakatane?
In October, the average sunshine duration in Whakatane is 6.7h.
How high is the UV index in October in Whakatane?
The average daily maximum UV index in October in Whakatane is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Whakatane, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in October: 16.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and February (22.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (11.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 6.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (12.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (4.1°C).

Average pressure in October
Whakatane, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in October: 1014.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1014mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Whakatane, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (8.9km/h).

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (78%).

Average rainfall in October
Whakatane, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in October: 58mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (82mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (45mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Whakatane, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (11.9 days).

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

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

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

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

Average sea temperature in October
Whakatane, New Zealand
  • Average sea temperature in October: 15.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (21.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (15.1°C).

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Whakatane, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in October: 13.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are May and July (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (10.1 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Whakatane, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in October: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 44).

Average visibility in October
Whakatane, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in October: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, June, July, October, November and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, August and September (7km).

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