New ZealandAverage weather for Nelson in October
It's cool to moderate in October in Nelson with an average temperature of 17°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 15°C to a high of 19°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 7°C and 10°C.
Start of October
The month of October starts in Nelson with cool temps, averaging around 17°C during the day and nights around 8°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps rise to around 18°C, with nights around 9°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Nelson is around 18°C, while nighttime temps are about 10°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In October, there is an average of 63 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Nelson in October |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
17°C | 21°C | |
 Max. temperature |
19°C | 26°C | |
| Min. temperature |
15°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
63 mm | 119 mm | |
| Rainy days |
10 days | 13 days | |
September
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is October a good time to visit Nelson?
Looking for sun and warm weather? October isn’t a good month to be in Nelson. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
Temperature records
With 24°C in 2020, Nelson reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 10°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -5°C to a highest value of 16°C.
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Daily Temperature in October in Nelson
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in October for Nelson, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in October in Nelson
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Nelson, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect about 10 days of precipitation in Nelson.
Daily UV index in October in Nelson
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Nelson, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in October in Nelson over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Nelson, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in October in Nelson over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Nelson, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in October for Nelson
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Nelson. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Nelson by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Nelson. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
