New Zealand Weather Forecast
New Zealand weather: 54°F, clear sky. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in New Zealand?
No - rain is unlikely in New Zealand today.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,1 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Sat.
The next 7 days look unusually dry - roughly 18% of a normal October week (0,1 in against 0,8 in).
16-day forecast for New Zealand
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Oct 1 | ☁️ Overcast | 57° / 53° | 0% | 26 mph | 6 |
| Fri, Oct 2 | ☁️ Overcast | 58° / 54° | 0% | 28 mph | 6 |
| Sat, Oct 3 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 55° / 50° | 88% · 0,1 in | 23 mph | 2 |
| Sun, Oct 4 | ☁️ Overcast | 54° / 48° | 0% | 19 mph | 6 |
| Mon, Oct 5 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 58° / 46° | 9% | 7 mph | 6 |
| Tue, Oct 6 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 58° / 51° | 33% | 23 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Oct 7 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 59° / 55° | 20% | 24 mph | 6 |
| Thu, Oct 8 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 60° / 55° | 20% | 21 mph | 6 |
| Fri, Oct 9 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 62° / 53° | 22% | 17 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Oct 10 | ☁️ Overcast | 61° / 56° | 25% | 16 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Oct 11 | ☁️ Overcast | 61° / 56° | 25% | 23 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Oct 12 | ☁️ Overcast | 58° / 55° | 27% | 22 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Oct 13 | ☁️ Overcast | 62° / 55° | 18% | 23 mph | 2 |
| Wed, Oct 14 | ☁️ Overcast | 62° / 57° | 29% | 24 mph | 5 |
| Thu, Oct 15 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 58° / 55° | 22% · 0,1 in | 26 mph | 1 |
| Fri, Oct 16 | 🌥️ Fog | 62° / 52° | 26% | 16 mph | 7 |
What this means for New Zealand
Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 57°F is in line with the 59°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
Gusts to 55 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 44°F - an unusually even climate through the year.
What to pack, what to skip
- Normal seasonal clothing - nothing unusual is needed this week
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 55 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, July and August - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is New Zealand?
New Zealand is a country in Oceania. Its coordinates are -41.2866, 174.7756. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in New Zealand right now?
It is currently 54°F (12°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 79% and wind is 22 mph.
When is the best time to visit New Zealand?
January, February, March, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in New Zealand, which has a temperate climate. June, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is New Zealand in?
New Zealand observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+13:00). The local time is 2:08 AM.
How many people live in New Zealand?
New Zealand has a population of approximately 5.3 million.
What is the nearest airport to New Zealand?
The closest airports are Auckland Airport (AKL), 296 mi away and Queenstown Airport (ZQN), 399 mi away.
What are the top things to do in New Zealand?
Popular options include Fiordland National Park, Tongariro National Park, Hobbiton Movie Set, Milford Sound, Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand and Aoraki / Mount Cook.
What places are in New Zealand?
New Zealand covers 19 places in this atlas, including Auckland Region, Bay of Plenty, Canterbury, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay and Manawatu-Whanganui.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - 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 2, 2026 at 2:08 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
