Weather in Christchurch in october 2025

The weather in Christchurch in october comes from statistical datas on the last years. You can view the weather statistics for all the month, but also by using the tabs for the beginning, the middle and the end of the month.

Average weather throughout october

tolerable weather

Weather at 6am
45°F

Partly Cloudy

24%

Cloudy

13%

Moderate rain at times

8%

Weather at 12pm
59°F

Partly Cloudy

28%

Cloudy

15%

Moderate rain at times

12%

Weather at 6pm
56°F

Partly Cloudy

26%

Cloudy

14%

Moderate rain at times

12%

Weather at 3am
47°F

Clear/Sunny

44%

Partly Cloudy

26%

Moderate rain at times

10%

Cloudy

10%



Evolution of daily average temperature and precipitation in Christchurch in october

These charts show the evolution of average minimum/maximum temperatures as well as average daily precipitation volume in Christchurch in october.


The climate of Christchurch in october is tolerable

the weather in Christchurch in october is quite dry (with 2.8in of rainfall over 4 days). The weather's not getting better compared to the previous month since in september there is an average of 1.6in of precipitation over 2 days.

The climate is relatively cool here this month, but it is bearable by dressing warm. The thermometer averaged maximum of 61°F. The seasonal minimum is 45°F. Thus, the mean temperature average in october in Christchurch is 54°F. These temperatures are far removed from those records observed in Christchurch in october with a maximum record of 77°F in 2020 and a minimum record of 31°F in 2011. You can plan to have about 10 days with temperatures above 65°F, or 32% of time.

On average, in Christchurch, the days of october last 13:15. Sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset is at 19:53.

With a correct climate, this month is okay (but not good) to go in this locality in New Zealand.



Christchurch: another month?

If you can push back the dates of your trip, we advise you to go in november to Christchurch. more information

October: another location in New Zealand?

If you want to go to New Zealand in october, there are destinations with better weather than Christchurch:

In october, Auckland, Tauranga, Cape Reinga, Cathedral Cove, Coromandel and Hamilton have good weather.

more information about New Zealand's weather in october


Seasonal average climate and temperature of Christchurch in october

Check below seasonal norms These datas are set from the weather statements of the past years of the month of october.

October
Outside temperature
Average temperature 54°F
Highest temperature 61°F
Lowest temperature 45°F
Highest record temperature 77°F
(2020)
Lowest record temperature 31°F
(2011)
Number of days at +65°F 10 day(s)
(32%)
Number of days at -32°F 0 day(s)
(0%)
Sea temperature
Average sea temperature 52°F
Lowest sea temperature 49°F
Highest sea temperature 56°F
Wind
Wind speed 22km/h
Wind temperature 41°F
Precipitation (rainfall)
Rainfall 2.8in
Number of days with rainfall 4 day(s)
(14%)
Record daily rainfall 3in
(2011)
Snowfall 0cm
Other climate data
Humidity 86%
Visibility 9.22km
Cloud cover 39%
UV index 4
Daily sunshine hours 11
Sunrise and sunset
Time of sunrise 06:38
Time of sunset 19:53
Length of day 13:15
Our opinion about the weather in october
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net tolerable



How was the weather last october?

Here is the day by day recorded weather in Christchurch in october 2024:

01-10-2024
Partly Cloudy
43°F to 63°F
02-10-2024
Overcast
50°F to 61°F
03-10-2024
Patchy rain nearby
47°F to 49°F
04-10-2024
Patchy rain nearby
49°F to 56°F
05-10-2024
Clear/Sunny
47°F to 59°F
06-10-2024
Clear/Sunny
43°F to 61°F
07-10-2024
Patchy rain nearby
49°F to 65°F
08-10-2024
Clear/Sunny
45°F to 67°F
09-10-2024
Partly Cloudy
43°F to 61°F
10-10-2024
Cloudy
43°F to 54°F
11-10-2024
Clear/Sunny
38°F to 63°F
12-10-2024
Clear/Sunny
40°F to 61°F
13-10-2024
Light drizzle
45°F to 49°F
14-10-2024
Partly Cloudy
41°F to 54°F
15-10-2024
Light rain shower
41°F to 49°F
16-10-2024
Clear/Sunny
38°F to 56°F
17-10-2024
Partly Cloudy
43°F to 54°F
18-10-2024
Clear/Sunny
47°F to 59°F
19-10-2024
Clear/Sunny
47°F to 59°F
20-10-2024
Clear/Sunny
49°F to 67°F
21-10-2024
Clear/Sunny
52°F to 67°F
22-10-2024
Patchy rain nearby
49°F to 63°F
23-10-2024
Clear/Sunny
49°F to 74°F
24-10-2024
Clear/Sunny
50°F to 67°F
25-10-2024
Partly Cloudy
58°F to 67°F
26-10-2024
Light drizzle
47°F to 50°F
27-10-2024
Partly Cloudy
43°F to 56°F
28-10-2024
Light drizzle
43°F to 54°F
29-10-2024
Light drizzle
45°F to 52°F
30-10-2024
Partly Cloudy
45°F to 59°F
31-10-2024
Clear/Sunny
45°F to 65°F

Map: other cities in New Zealand in october

Cities near Christchurch:

Akaroa in octobertolerable weather
Ashburton in octobertolerable weather
Timaru in octobervery bad weather
Kaikoura in octobertolerable weather
McKenzie Beach in octobervery bad weather
Hokitika in octobertolerable weather
Greymouth in octobertolerable weather
Nelson Lakes in octobertolerable weather
Lake Tekapo in octobervery bad weather
Franz Josef / Waiau in octobervery bad weather
Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park in octobervery bad weather
Westport in octobertolerable weather
New Zealand in october: See full list of cities

Click over cities on the map for information about the weather in october.

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Weather data for Christchurch in october:

Weather data for Christchurch for october are derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Christchurch. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Christchurch can vary slightly from year to year, but this data should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags or check for the best time in year to go to Christchurch.


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