Nelson Weather Forecast
Nelson weather: 54°F, drizzle. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Nelson?
Yes - rain is likely in Nelson today.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,5 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Sat.
The next 7 days look unusually dry - roughly 31% of a normal October week (0,5 in against 1,5 in).
16-day forecast for Nelson
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 3 | 🌦️ Light showers | 56° / 46° | 100% · 0,2 in | 12 mph | 3 |
| Sun, Oct 4 | ☁️ Overcast | 56° / 43° | 1% | 8 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Oct 5 | ☁️ Overcast | 56° / 44° | 0% | 6 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Oct 6 | ☁️ Overcast | 59° / 45° | 0% | 10 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Oct 7 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 60° / 46° | 8% · 0,0 in | 9 mph | 6 |
| Thu, Oct 8 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 63° / 52° | 12% · 0,2 in | 6 mph | 6 |
| Fri, Oct 9 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 60° / 46° | 6% | 10 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Oct 10 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 62° / 45° | 22% · 0,0 in | 4 mph | 5 |
| Sun, Oct 11 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 62° / 55° | 29% · 0,2 in | 7 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Oct 12 | 🌦️ Light showers | 63° / 58° | 22% · 0,5 in | 7 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Oct 13 | ☁️ Overcast | 63° / 54° | 24% | 6 mph | 6 |
| Wed, Oct 14 | ☁️ Overcast | 63° / 53° | 47% | 6 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Oct 15 | ☁️ Overcast | 66° / 55° | 33% | 10 mph | 6 |
| Fri, Oct 16 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 60° / 51° | 23% · 0,2 in | 13 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Oct 17 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 67° / 53° | 16% · 0,0 in | 14 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Oct 18 | ☀️ Clear sky | 60° / 45° | 10% | 7 mph | 7 |
What this means for Nelson
Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 56°F is 5.8°F below the 62°F typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
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
- Normal seasonal clothing - nothing unusual is needed this week
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, July and October - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Nelson?
Nelson is a region in New Zealand. Its coordinates are -41.2706, 173.284. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Nelson right now?
It is currently 54°F (12°C) with drizzle. Humidity is 95% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Nelson?
January, February, March, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Nelson, which has a temperate climate. June, July and October are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Nelson in?
Nelson observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+13:00). The local time is 10:10 AM.
How many people live in Nelson?
Nelson has a population of approximately 55.000.
What is the nearest airport to Nelson?
The closest airports are Auckland Airport (AKL), 305 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Nelson?
Popular options include Tongariro National Park, Lake Taupo, North Island, Aoraki / Mount Cook and South Island.
What places are in Nelson?
Nelson covers 1 places in this atlas, including Nelson City.
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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 3, 2026 at 10:10 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
