Kaikoura Weather Forecast
Kaikoura weather: 54°F, mainly clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
14-day forecast for Kaikoura
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Oct 27 | 🌧️ Showers | 62° / 48° | 100% · 0,4 in | 22 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 62° / 44° | 4% · 0,0 in | 5 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 65° / 48° | 35% · 0,1 in | 18 mph | 5 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | 🌧️ Showers | 64° / 45° | 85% · 0,5 in | 20 mph | 5 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | ☁️ Overcast | 55° / 42° | 42% | 12 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | 🌥️ Fog | 69° / 47° | 0% | 4 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | ☁️ Overcast | 70° / 53° | 7% | 3 mph | 4 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 70° / 54° | 43% · 0,0 in | 7 mph | 5 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 61° / 52° | 43% | 11 mph | 1 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 75° / 54° | 26% · 0,1 in | 8 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Nov 6 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 73° / 59° | 18% · 0,1 in | 8 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Nov 7 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 71° / 53° | 25% | 9 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Nov 8 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 62° / 52° | 24% | 14 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Nov 9 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 75° / 52° | 19% · 0,0 in | 6 mph | 7 |
The two-week trend
Warming. The second half of the window averages 36°F warmer than the days immediately ahead.
The window averages 66°F against a October normal of 62°F - 36°F above.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for October (1,0 in against a typical 1,1 in).
What this means for Kaikoura
Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 62°F is in line with the 62°F typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Gusts to 54 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in December to February.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 47°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 59°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 54 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid April, June and July - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Kaikoura?
Kaikoura is a city in Canterbury. Its coordinates are -42.4, 173.68. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Kaikoura right now?
It is currently 54°F (12°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 67% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Kaikoura?
February, March, September and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Kaikoura, which has a temperate climate. April, June and July are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Kaikoura in?
Kaikoura observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+13:00). The local time is 6:17 PM.
How many people live in Kaikoura?
Kaikoura has a population of approximately 2.200.
What is the nearest airport to Kaikoura?
The closest airports are Queenstown Airport (ZQN), 306 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Kaikoura?
Popular options include South Island, Aoraki / Mount Cook and Tongariro National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-supported) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 27, 2026 at 6:17 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
