Nelson weather in October
October in Nelson: nice, rainy, with clean air — an excellent time to visit.
#6 of 12 months in Nelson · #333 of 897 destinations to visit in October · comfort 83/100 (tier A)
Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis
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Nelson climate normals — October
| Daytime high | 17°C / 62°F | 😎 nice |
|---|---|---|
| Nighttime low | 9°C / 49°F | |
| Rainfall | 109 mm / 4.3 in | 🌧 rainy |
| Rainy days | 13 days | |
| Humidity | 76% | 💦 very humid |
| Dew point | 8°C / 46°F | |
| Sunshine | 10.2 h/day | |
| Daylight | 13.2 h | |
| Wind | 19 km/h / 12 mph | |
| Air quality (US AQI) | 22 | 🍃 good |
Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.
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Nelson in October — FAQ
- Is October a good time to visit Nelson?
- October in Nelson: nice, rainy, with clean air — an excellent time to visit. It ranks #6 of 12 months for Nelson on SeasonMap's comfort score (83/100).
- What is the weather like in Nelson in October?
- In October, Nelson averages a daily high of 16.6°C and a low of 9.2°C, with about 108.9 mm of rain over roughly 13 rainy days.
- What is the air quality in Nelson in October?
- Nelson has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 22 in October.