Dunedin Weather Forecast
Dunedin weather: 46°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
14-day forecast for Dunedin
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 3 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 50° / 43° | 38% · 0,0 in | 16 mph | 4 |
| Sun, Oct 4 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 56° / 36° | 0% | 7 mph | 6 |
| Mon, Oct 5 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 59° / 40° | 0% | 7 mph | 6 |
| Tue, Oct 6 | ☁️ Overcast | 65° / 40° | 3% | 8 mph | 5 |
| Wed, Oct 7 | 🌦️ Light rain | 58° / 44° | 50% · 0,3 in | 15 mph | 2 |
| Thu, Oct 8 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 53° / 44° | 20% · 0,0 in | 12 mph | 5 |
| Fri, Oct 9 | ☁️ Overcast | 60° / 49° | 10% | 11 mph | 6 |
| Sat, Oct 10 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 68° / 48° | 13% | 10 mph | 6 |
| Sun, Oct 11 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 62° / 46° | 25% · 0,2 in | 20 mph | 6 |
| Mon, Oct 12 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 55° / 44° | 20% · 0,0 in | 21 mph | 6 |
| Tue, Oct 13 | ☁️ Overcast | 68° / 39° | 39% | 17 mph | 6 |
| Wed, Oct 14 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 64° / 45° | 31% · 0,5 in | 19 mph | 2 |
| Thu, Oct 15 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 53° / 43° | 23% · 0,2 in | 15 mph | 5 |
| Fri, Oct 16 | ☁️ Overcast | 54° / 43° | 16% | 12 mph | 3 |
The two-week trend
Warming. The second half of the window averages 36°F warmer than the days immediately ahead.
The window averages 59°F against a October normal of 58°F - right on average.
The next 7 days look unusually dry - roughly 28% of a normal October week (0,4 in against 1,4 in).
What this means for Dunedin
Today is cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 50°F is 7.9°F below the 58°F typical for this month.
A 38% chance means rain is likely somewhere nearby at some point - carry a layer, but do not cancel.
Gusts to 34 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in December to February.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 46°F - an unusually even climate through the year.
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 34 mph.
- 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 Dunedin?
Dunedin is a city in Otago. Its coordinates are -45.8788, 170.5028. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Dunedin right now?
It is currently 46°F (8°C) with clear. Humidity is 68% and wind is 14 mph.
When is the best time to visit Dunedin?
January, February, March, April and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Dunedin, which has a temperate climate. June, July and October are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Dunedin in?
Dunedin observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+13:00). The local time is 2:07 AM.
How many people live in Dunedin?
Dunedin has a population of approximately 135.000.
What is the nearest airport to Dunedin?
The closest airports are Queenstown Airport (ZQN), 104 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Dunedin?
Popular options include Lake Wakatipu, South Island, Fiordland National Park, Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand, Milford Sound and Aoraki / Mount Cook.
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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 3, 2026 at 2:07 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
