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Hanmer Springs weather in October (Canterbury, New Zealand)

What can you expect from the weather in Hanmer Springs during October? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In October, Hanmer Springs generally has moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 13°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 3°C.

Hanmer Springs in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 124 mm for the month. With this being the wettest month, keeping an umbrella on hand might save you from getting wet from a sudden shower. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 13 days of the month will see rainfall.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Hanmer Springs. January and February generally stand out with the best circumstances. While June, July, August, September and October tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Hanmer Springs climate page with graphs.

 

Hanmer Springs, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 3°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 13°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 42%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 124 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  

Where to go in New Zealand in October

Find out more about the weather in New Zealand in October and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Hanmer Springs in October?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in October.

Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Barbeque
4/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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