Gisborne Weather Forecast
Gisborne weather: 49°F, light drizzle. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Risk assessment for Gisborne
Derived from the current forecast window - not an official warning.
Peak gusts of 32 mph and 0 thunderstorm days in the next 16 days.
Wettest single day forecast at 0,3 in, 1,9 in across the window. Flash flooding risk rises sharply above 50 mm in a day.
16-day forecast for Gisborne
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 3 | 🌦️ Light showers | 60° / 45° | 100% · 0,2 in | 18 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Oct 4 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 52° / 47° | 100% · 0,2 in | 15 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Oct 5 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 55° / 47° | 24% · 0,0 in | 6 mph | 6 |
| Tue, Oct 6 | ☁️ Overcast | 60° / 40° | 16% | 16 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Oct 7 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 59° / 45° | 39% · 0,1 in | 8 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Oct 8 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 60° / 55° | 70% · 0,2 in | 11 mph | 6 |
| Fri, Oct 9 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 59° / 55° | 72% · 0,3 in | 13 mph | 5 |
| Sat, Oct 10 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 60° / 55° | 59% · 0,1 in | 11 mph | 6 |
| Sun, Oct 11 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 66° / 55° | 33% · 0,2 in | 12 mph | 5 |
| Mon, Oct 12 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 64° / 54° | 40% · 0,0 in | 12 mph | 6 |
| Tue, Oct 13 | ☁️ Overcast | 64° / 48° | 16% | 10 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Oct 14 | ☁️ Overcast | 62° / 53° | 24% | 9 mph | 4 |
| Thu, Oct 15 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 66° / 49° | 37% | 9 mph | 1 |
| Fri, Oct 16 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 69° / 55° | 37% · 0,0 in | 12 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Oct 17 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 71° / 56° | 25% · 0,2 in | 15 mph | 6 |
| Sun, Oct 18 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 61° / 48° | 32% · 0,3 in | 14 mph | 4 |
What this means for Gisborne
Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 60°F is 5°F below the 65°F typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Gusts to 32 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 48°F.
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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 49°F (10°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 91% and wind is 13 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 August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Gisborne in?
Gisborne observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+13:00). The local time is 2:45 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 October 4, 2026 at 2:45 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
