Wellington Weather Forecast
Wellington weather: 50°F, heavy drizzle. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
14-day forecast for Wellington
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 3 | 🌦️ Light rain | 55° / 49° | 100% · 0,3 in | 24 mph | 1 |
| Sun, Oct 4 | ☁️ Overcast | 52° / 45° | 9% | 22 mph | 6 |
| Mon, Oct 5 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 55° / 42° | 0% | 11 mph | 6 |
| Tue, Oct 6 | ☁️ Overcast | 57° / 50° | 10% | 25 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Oct 7 | ☁️ Overcast | 59° / 54° | 33% | 22 mph | 6 |
| Thu, Oct 8 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 56° / 51° | 24% · 0,1 in | 32 mph | 2 |
| Fri, Oct 9 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 53° / 50° | 6% · 0,0 in | 21 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Oct 10 | ☁️ Overcast | 58° / 51° | 9% | 11 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Oct 11 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 59° / 55° | 25% · 0,2 in | 22 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Oct 12 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 61° / 57° | 33% · 0,2 in | 19 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Oct 13 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 58° / 55° | 33% · 0,1 in | 14 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Oct 14 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 60° / 55° | 51% · 0,0 in | 26 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Oct 15 | ☁️ Overcast | 61° / 53° | 40% | 26 mph | 4 |
| Fri, Oct 16 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 58° / 50° | 29% · 0,0 in | 26 mph | 7 |
The two-week trend
Warming. The second half of the window averages 36°F warmer than the days immediately ahead.
The window averages 58°F against a October normal of 59°F - right on average.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for October (0,4 in against a typical 0,8 in).
What this means for Wellington
Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 55°F is 3.8°F below the 59°F typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Gusts to 49 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 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 49 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 Wellington?
Wellington is a city in Wellington Region. Its coordinates are -41.2866, 174.7756. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Wellington right now?
It is currently 50°F (10°C) with heavy drizzle. Humidity is 92% and wind is 20 mph.
When is the best time to visit Wellington?
January, February, March, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Wellington, which has a temperate climate. June, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Wellington in?
Wellington observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+13:00). The local time is 10:39 AM.
How many people live in Wellington?
Wellington has a population of approximately 215.000.
What is the nearest airport to Wellington?
The closest airports are Auckland Airport (AKL), 296 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Wellington?
Popular options include Tongariro National Park, Lake Taupo, North Island and Hobbiton Movie Set.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - 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 10:39 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
