Auckland vs Wellington

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Auckland edges ahead as the better destination in October. Auckland offers 10 hours of daily sunshine with only 12 rain days, while Wellington sees 10 sunshine hours and 12 rain days.

Auckland sits in the comfortable travel range at 17°C. Wellington is cooler at 14°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in October.

Auckland reaches an average high of 17°C (63°F) and drops to 12°C (54°F) at night during October. The daily temperature range is 5°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Wellington averages 14°C (57°F) for the high and 11°C (52°F) for the low, with a daily range of 3°C. The 3°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Southern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in October.

Auckland receives approximately 79 mm of rainfall across 12 rain days during October. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Wellington sees 90 mm over 12 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.