October weather forecast
Thames, New Zealand

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Weather in October

Sunshine dominates the month of October, contributing to steadily rising temperatures. The rainfall continues to decrease, heralding the onset of the drier season. With more daylight hours, outdoor activities become more appealing as the weather warms up. The sea rapidly regains its warmth, bringing back water activities into focus. Wind speeds continue to decrease, making way for calm and serene weather conditions.

Temperature

October's arrival in Thames brings an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 15.6°C (60.1°F), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. Thames notes a consistent average low-temperature of 11.9°C (53.4°F) during October nights.

Humidity

In Thames, the average relative humidity in October is 79%.

Rainfall

In Thames, in October, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 48mm (1.89") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 180 rainfall days, and 716mm (28.19") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Thames, the average seawater temperature in October is 15.8°C (60.4°F).
Note: In 15.8°C (60.4°F), swimming is not an enjoyable activity for most. As the temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), it becomes harder to control breathing.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 13h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:21 pm. On the last day of October, in Thames, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:50 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Thames is 7.1h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Thames is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
Updated: Jan 27, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Thames in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Thames, is 15.6°C (60.1°F), while the low-temperature averages to 11.9°C (53.4°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Thames?

In October, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in October in Thames?

In October, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout October, 48mm (1.89") of precipitation is accumulated.

How cold is the water in October in Thames?

In Thames, New Zealand, the average seawater temperature in October is 15.8°C (60.4°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 15.8°C (60.4°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

How many hours of daylight does Thames have in October?

In Thames, New Zealand, the average day length in October is 13h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Thames?

On the first day of October in Thames, New Zealand, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:50 pm NZDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Thames have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Thames is 7.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Thames?

In Thames, New Zealand, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in October
Thames, New Zealand

Average temperature in October - Thames, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in October: 15.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (21.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (13.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 11.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (17.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.2°C).

Average pressure in October
Thames, New Zealand

Average pressure in October - Thames, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in October: 1015.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.2mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and September (1014.7mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Thames, New Zealand

Average wind speed in October - Thames, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in October: 20.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (21.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (15.5km/h).

Average humidity in October
Thames, New Zealand

Average humidity in October - Thames, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April, May and July (78%).

Average rainfall in October
Thames, New Zealand

Average rainfall in October - Thames, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in October: 48mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (84mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (37mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Thames, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in October - Thames, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.6 days).

Average sea temperature in October
Thames, New Zealand

Average sea temperature in October - Thames, New Zealand
  • Average sea temperature in October: 15.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (21.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (15.2°C).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Thames, New Zealand

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Thames, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in October: 13h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Thames, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in October - Thames, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in October: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Thames, New Zealand

Average UV index in October - Thames, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in October
Thames, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in October - Thames, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in October: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in October
Thames, New Zealand

Average visibility in October - Thames, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

Thames, New Zealand

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