Dunedin Weather Forecast
Dunedin weather: 51°F, mainly clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Dunedin?
Yes - rain is likely in Dunedin today.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,8 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri and Mon.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for October (0,8 in against a typical 1,4 in).
16-day forecast for Dunedin
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Oct 27 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 51° / 42° | 100% · 0,0 in | 18 mph | 6 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | 🌦️ Light showers | 64° / 38° | 43% · 0,1 in | 15 mph | 6 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | 🌧️ Showers | 52° / 43° | 98% · 0,3 in | 18 mph | 6 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | 🌨️ Light snow showers | 46° / 39° | 97% · 0,3 in | 24 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | ☁️ Overcast | 60° / 39° | 13% | 14 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | ☁️ Overcast | 69° / 43° | 6% | 21 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 71° / 52° | 57% · 0,1 in | 12 mph | 6 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 64° / 50° | 60% · 0,1 in | 10 mph | 6 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | ☁️ Overcast | 62° / 50° | 46% | 17 mph | 5 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 70° / 53° | 30% | 15 mph | 6 |
| Fri, Nov 6 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 75° / 50° | 44% · 0,2 in | 13 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Nov 7 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 60° / 47° | 41% · 0,1 in | 9 mph | 3 |
| Sun, Nov 8 | 🌥️ Fog | 66° / 43° | 48% | 12 mph | 6 |
| Mon, Nov 9 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 74° / 52° | 37% · 0,0 in | 8 mph | 3 |
| Tue, Nov 10 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 67° / 48° | 59% · 0,1 in | 12 mph | 6 |
| Wed, Nov 11 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 50° / 41° | 35% · 0,1 in | 12 mph | 4 |
What this means for Dunedin
Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 51°F is 6.8°F below the 58°F typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Gusts to 40 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 46°F - an unusually even climate through the year.
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 65°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell - 5 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 40 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 51°F (10°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 49% and wind is 16 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 7:22 PM.
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 27, 2026 at 7:22 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
