Gisborne Weather Forecast
Gisborne weather: 59°F, clear sky. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Gisborne weather in October
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Climate in Gisborne month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71° | 59° | 5,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 73° | 59° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 69° | 55° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 67° | 54° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 61° | 48° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 58° | 47° | 6,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 56° | 44° | 4,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 56° | 44° | 2,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 62° | 47° | 4,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 65° | 51° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 69° | 55° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 74° | 59° | 6,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Gisborne
Go in February, March, April, October and November. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: June, July and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Normal seasonal clothing - nothing unusual is needed this week
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, July and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Gisborne compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Gisborne.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawke's Bay | 83 mi | 59°F | about the same | 37 in |
| Napier | 83 mi | 59°F | about the same | 37 in |
| Rotorua | 102 mi | 55°F | 35°F cooler | 55 in |
| Taupo | 105 mi | 54°F | 37°F cooler | 50 in |
| Lake Taupo | 114 mi | 55°F | 35°F cooler | 61 in |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Gisborne?
Gisborne is a region in New Zealand. Its coordinates are -38.6623, 178.0176. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Gisborne right now?
It is currently 59°F (15°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 59% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Gisborne?
February, March, April, October and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Gisborne, which has a temperate climate. June, July and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Gisborne in?
Gisborne observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+12:00). The local time is 6:23 AM.
How many people live in Gisborne?
Gisborne has a population of approximately 52.000.
What is the nearest airport to Gisborne?
The closest airports are Auckland Airport (AKL), 210 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Gisborne?
Popular options include Lake Taupo, North Island, Hobbiton Movie Set, Tongariro National Park and Piha Beach.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (nz-regions) - 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 August 25, 2026 at 6:23 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
