Is it your first time in New Zealand and not sure what to do? Check out Best Bits – Things to Do as you sort out the best month to visit New Zealand.
Weather in New Zealand is four seasons in one day. Aotearoa New Zealand is several skinny narrow islands isolated in the southwest Pacific Ocean. Glorious day throughout the year is a promise together with the option of rain throughout the year.
Seasons are the opposite to Europe, United Kingdom, North America (northern hemisphere) creating a great winter escape for our neighbours in the Far East and beyond. Peak season is summer, December to February.
October is another great month for wildlife. Scenery is awakening to spring warmth and the snow is melting. For waterfall buffs October and November are key visitor months to pencil in the calendar.
October is beautiful with spring. Daffodils are in bloom, native trees are fruiting and great weather conditions. It is a busy month for visitors yet can be very wet with the changeable spring weather bringing sudden deluges of rain. The wildflowers, lupins are not yet in bloom. You need to wait until November for this spectacle. October is a waterfall chaser month with heavy spring melt flows from the mountain tops.
TIP: Lambing season means popular tracks such as Roys Peak, Wanaka are closed due to lambing.
Whitebait is on the menu and foodie buffs will not be disappointed. Check out Westport Whitebait Festival and what to do nearby in Westport, South Island.
North Island NZ October average temperature:
Average low +7°c
Average high +10°c
South Island NZ October average temperature:
Average low +3°c (37°F)
Average high +18°c (65°F)
Check out New Zealand average temperatures for the month you are planning to visit either the North or South Island. Or anywhere in between. The most reliable weather forecast service is NZ Met Service.
NEW ZEALAND CLIMATE, WEATHER AND SEASONS ADDS A RICHNESS TO YOUR HOLIDAY
Four seasons, four opportunities to experience what New Zealand has to offer visitors. The climate, the daily weather forecast and the distinct seasons add to the rich palate of attractions from spring festivals to winter ski resort activities.
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