Sea Temperature in Kaikoura in October

Complete information on the sea temperature range in the Pacific Ocean in Kaikoura in October. Historical daily data. Climate details for October. Tips on swimming conditions and beach relaxation in Kaikoura. We find every spot where you can swim and tell you what the water temperature is there today and throughout the year.

Water Temperature Range in Kaikoura in October

9°C

MINIMUN

11.5°C

AVERAGE

14°C

MAXIMUM

Historical Data of Water Temperature in October in Kaikoura

Water Temperature Chart for Pacific Ocean in Kaikoura in October

Sea Temperature Table in Kaikoura in October Over the Past Years

Day	2024	2023	2022	Average
Oct 1	11°C	9°C	12°C	10.5°C
Oct 2	11°C	10°C	12°C	10.8°C
Oct 3	11°C	9°C	12°C	10.5°C
Oct 4	11°C	10°C	12°C	10.8°C
Oct 5	11°C	10°C	12°C	10.8°C
Oct 6	11°C	10°C	12°C	10.8°C
Oct 7	12°C	10°C	12°C	11.0°C
Oct 8	11°C	10°C	12°C	10.8°C
Oct 9	12°C	9°C	12°C	11.3°C
Oct 10	12°C	10°C	12°C	11.5°C
Oct 11	12°C	10°C	12°C	11.3°C
Oct 12	12°C	10°C	12°C	11.3°C
Oct 13	12°C	10°C	12°C	11.5°C
Oct 14	11°C	10°C	13°C	11.5°C
Oct 15	12°C	10°C	13°C	11.8°C
Oct 16	12°C	10°C	12°C	11.5°C
Oct 17	12°C	10°C	12°C	11.5°C
Oct 18	12°C	10°C	12°C	11.5°C
Oct 19	11°C	10°C	12°C	11.3°C
Oct 20	12°C	10°C	13°C	11.8°C
Oct 21	12°C	10°C	13°C	12.0°C
Oct 22	12°C	10°C	13°C	12.0°C
Oct 23	12°C	10°C	13°C	12.3°C
Oct 24	12°C	10°C	13°C	12.0°C
Oct 25	12°C	10°C	13°C	12.0°C
Oct 26	12°C	11°C	13°C	12.3°C
Oct 27	12°C	11°C	13°C	12.3°C
Oct 28	13°C	11°C	13°C	12.5°C
Oct 29	12°C	11°C	13°C	12.3°C
Oct 30	13°C	11°C	14°C	12.8°C

Kaikoura Climate and Swimming Opportunities in October

16°C

Average Day Air Temperature

8°C

Average Night Air Temperature

101 mm

Precipitation Amount per Month

12 days

Number of Rainy Days

13 hrs

Daylight
per Day

7 hrs

Sunshine
per Day

21 km/h

Average Wind Speed

74%

Average
humidity

Kaikoura lies within the Canterbury Region in New Zealand. The average daytime temperature in Kaikoura in October is 16°C (61°F), while the nighttime average is 8°C (46°F). There are typically 12 rainy days during the month, with a total precipitation of 101 mm (4.0 inches). The daylight duration in October in Kaikoura is 13 hours, with an average of 7 hours of sunshine per day. The average wind speed in October is 21 km/h (13 mph), and the humidity level is around 74%.

The water temperature in Kaikoura in October ranges from 10°C to 12°C (50°F to 54°F). At the beginning of the month, the average temperature is around 11°C (52°F), shifting to 11°C (52°F) by mid-October and reaching 12°C (54°F) in the last ten days. Overall, the average sea temperature in Kaikoura for October is 12°C (54°F). Ideal conditions for a refreshing swim, though some may still find it a bit cool.

Frequently Asked Questions About Water Temperatures in October in Kaikoura

What is the sea temperature in Kaikoura in October?

The water temperature in the Pacific Ocean in Kaikoura in October ranges from 10°C to 12°C (50°F to 54°F).

Is it possible to swim in the Pacific Ocean in Kaikoura in October?

The average sea temperature in Kaikoura in October is 12°C (54°F), and the air temperature is 16°C (61°F), so ideal conditions for a refreshing swim, though some may still find it a bit cool.