Wanaka
October
Weather in Wanaka for October 2025
Your guide to Wanaka weather in October - trends and predictions
With an average of 2 snowy days, Wanaka usually enjoys a light touch of snow in October.
In general, the average temperature in Wanaka at the beginning of October is 7.6 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 10.7 °C by the end of October.
The climate of Wanaka in October is notably wet, with an average of 15 rainy days, and a total of 245.3 mm of precipitation.
Snow Forecast ❄️
Temperatures
Rain 🌧️
14
Dry days
15
Rainy days
2
Snow days
9°/2°
Temperatures
12 km/h
Avg max wind
80 %
Avg humidity
Wanaka Weather October
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  7° | 2 6° | 3  5° | 4  8° | 5 10° | ||
| 6  9° | 7  8° | 8 6° | 9 7° | 10 8° | 11 7° | 12 10° |
| 13 8° | 14  10° | 15  6° | 16  9° | 17 10° | 18 12° | 19 14° |
| 20  14° | 21 15° | 22 15° | 23 15° | 24 10° | 25 13° | 26 9° |
| 27  4° | 28 8° | 29 12° | 30 15° | 31 14° |
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Temperatures trend during October in Wanaka
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October weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Oct. | Light freezing rain | 7° /-1° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 Oct. | Light freezing rain | 6° /-4° | 38.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 Oct. | Sunny | 5° /-1° | 16 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 Oct. | Partly cloudy | 8° /3° | 3.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 Oct. | Sunny | 10° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 Oct. | Light rain | 9° /1° | 4.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 Oct. | Light rain shower | 8° /1° | 5.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 Oct. | Partly cloudy | 6° /1° | 17.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 Oct. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /-1° | 1.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 Oct. | Sunny | 8° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 Oct. | Partly cloudy | 7° /-1° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Oct. | Patchy rain possible | 10° /2° | 0.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Oct. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /0° | 2.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Oct. | Moderate rain | 10° /1° | 18 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 Oct. | Moderate or heavy rain with thunder | 6° /-2° | 17.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 Oct. | Light sleet | 9° /-1° | 16.1 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 17 Oct. | Light drizzle | 10° /1° | 5.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 Oct. | Patchy rain possible | 12° /2° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 Oct. | Sunny | 14° /5° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 20 Oct. | Overcast | 14° /4° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 Oct. | Patchy rain possible | 15° /6° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Oct. | Patchy rain possible | 15° /6° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 Oct. | Overcast | 15° /5° | 4.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 Oct. | Light rain | 10° /6° | 37.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 Oct. | Partly cloudy | 13° /3° | 1.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 Oct. | Light rain shower | 9° /0° | 47.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Oct. | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 4° /-1° | 4.4 mm | 2.7 cm | |
| 28 Oct. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /-1° | 0.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Oct. | Patchy rain possible | 12° /1° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Oct. | Sunny | 15° /2° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 Oct. | Overcast | 14° /4° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Wanaka in October is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Wanaka forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Wanaka in October - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Wanaka during October?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 9° and colder nights, dipping below 2°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Wanaka during October?
Significant rainfall exceeding 245.3 mm is expected in Wanaka during October, occurring over more than 15 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Wanaka in October 2025?
Wanaka experiences an average snowfall of 2.895 cm during October, occurring over 2 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Wanaka during October?
The average wind speed in Wanaka during October is 12 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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