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Auckland in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Auckland in October will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Auckland, based on historical data.
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October

Weather in Auckland in October 2024

OK Weather
Mild
☁️
Cloudy
October could be a good time to visit Auckland, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +63°F, and there are typically 3 sunny days in October. However, expect about 10 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 97 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+63°F
Avg. max. temperature
+41°F
Min.
+73°F
Max.
97 mm
Total precipitation
77%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
3 ☀️
Sunny Days
18 ⛅️
Cloudy
10 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Auckland has OK weather in October.

Average temperature in Auckland in October

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Auckland for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +72°F during the day to a minimum of +41°F during the night, the temperature in October averages around +66°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 29% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +63°F to +72°F.

Is Auckland warm or cold in October?

Auckland is typically mild in October.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +61°F to +63°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +52°F to +54°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Auckland:

Climate in Auckland in October

Auckland weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+61°F+63°F+66°F
Min. temperature
+36°F+41°F+32°F
Max. temperature
+70°F+73°F+79°F
Rainfall
110 mm97 mm90 mm
Wind
4 m/s4 m/s4 m/s
Humidity
79%77%76%
Air pressure
1014 HPa1014 HPa1013 HPa
Sunny days
232
Cloudy days
171819
Rainy days
11109
Snowy days
000

October weather is still as ok as in September. It’s getting warmer as October arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +61°F to +63°F during the day. As October arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 110 mm to 97 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 79% to 77%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 4 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in October, from 2 to 3.

November brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Auckland in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 10 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Auckland is gradually decreasing during October, going from 5 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Auckland based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 52% chance of rain on an average day in October, with total rainfall of approximately 148 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 47 mm, which is moderate rain. October is a pretty wet month with over 16 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how October is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Auckland wettest month is July, where a typical day has a 35% chance of precipitation and 125 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 23% chance of precipitation and 79 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last October in Auckland?

This is the weather in Auckland in October 2023:
1 October
🌧️
+63°F
2 October
🌧️
+63°F
3 October
☁️
+62°F
4 October
🌧️
+63°F
5 October
🌧️
+62°F
6 October
☁️
+59°F
7 October
☀️
+62°F
8 October
☁️
+64°F
9 October
☁️
+63°F
10 October
☁️
+68°F
11 October
☁️
+68°F
12 October
☁️
+66°F
13 October
🌧️
+67°F
14 October
☁️
+63°F
15 October
☀️
+65°F
16 October
☁️
+68°F
17 October
🌧️
+66°F
18 October
☁️
+66°F
19 October
☁️
+63°F
20 October
☁️
+65°F
21 October
🌧️
+65°F
22 October
☀️
+66°F
23 October
☀️
+69°F
24 October
☁️
+68°F
25 October
☁️
+67°F
26 October
☁️
+69°F
27 October
☁️
+71°F
28 October
☁️
+71°F
29 October
🌧️
+68°F
30 October
☁️
+71°F
31 October
☁️
+72°F
In October 2023 Auckland had 4 sunny days, 19 cloudy days, and 8 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +66°F, with an absolute maximum of +72°F and a minimum of +59°F. The average humidity was 73%, with a maximum of 99% and a minimum of 47%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 13 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Auckland climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Auckland in October has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1982 (+62°F) and the highest in 2020 (+70°F). The driest year was 2013 with only 36 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 240 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Auckland in October:

Is October a good time to visit Auckland?

It’s always a good time to visit Auckland, but the weather is changeable in October, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Auckland in October?

October has mild temperatures in Auckland. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Is Auckland rainy in October?

Auckland is often rainy in October. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Auckland in October?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Auckland in October, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in New Zealand

Check out the weather for other cities in New Zealand.

Monthly weather in Auckland

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Auckland, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.