Nelson Weather Forecast
Nelson weather: 53°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Nelson?
No - rain is unlikely in Nelson today.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,5 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Tue and Thu.
The next 7 days look unusually dry - roughly 34% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 23 | ☀️ Clear sky | 66° / 53° | 0% | 5 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Oct 24 | ☀️ Clear sky | 68° / 54° | 0% | 13 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Oct 25 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 67° / 53° | 0% | 13 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Oct 26 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 65° / 54° | 25% · 0,0 in | 15 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Oct 27 | 🌦️ Light showers | 62° / 49° | 99% · 0,4 in | 21 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | ☁️ Overcast | 62° / 47° | 19% | 18 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 64° / 54° | 48% · 0,1 in | 13 mph | 2 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 62° / 47° | 28% · 0,2 in | 16 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 61° / 44° | 16% · 0,1 in | 12 mph | 3 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 58° / 46° | 6% · 0,0 in | 9 mph | 6 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | 🌥️ Fog | 64° / 47° | 16% | 13 mph | 3 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | ☁️ Overcast | 64° / 50° | 22% | 8 mph | 5 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | ☁️ Overcast | 63° / 53° | 18% | 7 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | 🌥️ Fog | 70° / 50° | 20% | 14 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Nov 6 | 🌦️ Light showers | 66° / 45° | 30% · 0,3 in | 14 mph | 6 |
| Sat, Nov 7 | ☀️ Clear sky | -- / -- | 42% | -- | — |
What this means for Nelson
Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 66°F is 4.5°F above the 62°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
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 53°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- 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 53°F (12°C) with clear. Humidity is 84% and wind is 1 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 12:28 PM.
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 23, 2026 at 12:28 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
