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Nuku'alofa in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Nuku'alofa in October and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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October

Weather in Nuku'alofa in October 2025

OK Weather
Warm
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Rainy
October could be a good time to visit Nuku'alofa, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +73°F, and there are typically 2 sunny days in October. However, expect about 15 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 94 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

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+73°F
Avg. max. temperature
+66°F
Min.
+79°F
Max.
94 mm
Total precipitation
78%
Avg. humidity
5 m/s
Avg. wind
2 ☀️
Sunny Days
14 ⛅️
Cloudy
15 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Nuku'alofa has OK weather in October.

Average temperature in Nuku'alofa in October

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

The expected average maximum temperature in October is +73°F with a maximum of +75°F and a minimum of +68°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 50% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +72°F to +75°F.

Is Nuku'alofa warm or cold in October?

Nuku'alofa is typically warm in October.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +73°F to +73°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +72°F to +72°F.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Nuku'alofa:

Climate in Nuku'alofa in October

Nuku'alofa weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+73°F+73°F+75°F
Min. temperature
+64°F+66°F+66°F
Max. temperature
+77°F+79°F+82°F
Rainfall
102 mm94 mm104 mm
Wind
4 m/s5 m/s4 m/s
Humidity
77%78%80%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1014 HPa1012 HPa
Sunny days
222
Cloudy days
121412
Rainy days
151516
Snowy days
000

October weather is still as ok as in September. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +73°F for average maximum temperature during the day. As October arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 102 mm to 94 mm. Humidity rises from 77% to 78%. Winds are stronger in comparison to September, going up from 4 m/s to 5 m/s on average. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 2 sunny days during the month.

November brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Nuku'alofa in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Nuku'alofa is gradually increasing during October, going from 6 m/s to 6 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Nuku'alofa based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in October is about 7 mm, with a 13% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 3 mm, which is considered light rain. Nuku'alofa is amazing in October with as little as 4 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how October is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Nuku'alofa wettest month is March, where a typical day has a 81% chance of precipitation and 237 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 45% chance of precipitation and 88 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last October in Nuku'alofa?

This is the weather in Nuku'alofa in October 2024:
1 October
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+72°F
2 October
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+71°F
3 October
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+72°F
4 October
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+72°F
5 October
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+70°F
6 October
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+71°F
7 October
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+71°F
8 October
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+73°F
9 October
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+74°F
10 October
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+72°F
11 October
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+72°F
12 October
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+73°F
13 October
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+73°F
14 October
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+74°F
15 October
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+73°F
16 October
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+72°F
17 October
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+73°F
18 October
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+74°F
19 October
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+74°F
20 October
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+74°F
21 October
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+75°F
22 October
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+75°F
23 October
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+74°F
24 October
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+71°F
25 October
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+73°F
26 October
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+73°F
27 October
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+73°F
28 October
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+74°F
29 October
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+75°F
30 October
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+75°F
31 October
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+75°F
In October 2024 Nuku'alofa had 12 sunny days, 19 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +73°F, with an absolute maximum of +75°F and a minimum of +70°F. The average humidity was 75%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 56%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 1 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Nuku'alofa climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Nuku'alofa in October has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1987 (+75°F) and the highest in 2022 (+78°F). The driest year was 1995 with only 839 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2022 with 2518 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Nuku'alofa in October:

Is October a good time to visit Nuku'alofa?

It’s always a good time to visit Nuku'alofa, 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 Nuku'alofa in October?

October is warm in Nuku'alofa. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Is Nuku'alofa rainy in October?

Nuku'alofa 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 Nuku'alofa in October?

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

Monthly weather in Nuku'alofa

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Nuku'alofa, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

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.