AI-generatedPorirua at a glance
- Best time
- Jan – Feb
- Warmest month
- Feb · 21°
- Warmest sea
- Feb · 17.2°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,100 h
- Rain a year
- 888 mm
- Climate
- Maritime
- Time zone
- UTC+13 / UTC+12
- Elevation
- 58 m
Climate in Porirua
Porirua has a maritime climate with moderate summers and cool, often grey winters. February is the warmest month with average highs of 21 °C, while July is the coolest at 12 °C. With around 2,100 hours of sunshine a year, Porirua is moderately sunny; January is the sunniest month with 7.5 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Porirua
The best time to visit Porirua is from January to February. The sea stays too cool for a classic beach holiday: even in February it only reaches 17.2 °C. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from November to May. Rain is frequent from July to August and in October; the wettest month is July with 94 mm.
Porirua through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Porirua in spring
Sep – Nov
Poor
- 14–17 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 6.3 h of sun a day
- 35 rainy days in all
Porirua in summer
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 19–21 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 7.3 h of sun a day
- 27 rainy days in all
Porirua in autumn
Mar – May
Poor
- 15–20 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 5.4 h of sun a day
- 29 rainy days in all
Porirua in winter
Jun – Aug
Poor
- 12–13 °C by day
- Sea 13 °C
- 4.0 h of sun a day
- 38 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Nov – May
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Jul – Aug, Oct
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: January – February
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Poor
Best time to visit: January – February
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rain
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 11°
- Midday, 13:00: about 15°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 15°
- Evening, 20:00: about 13°
- Night, 23:00: about 12°
06:3319:40
Cool evenings: pack a jumper or a jacket.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:15–07:09 · evening 19:03–19:57
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:04–06:15 · evening 19:57–20:08
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Porirua compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs rise from about 15° at the start of the month to 16° at the end. The sea warms from 13° to 14°. The days get 1.3 h longer.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 15° | 16° |
| Night-time low | 9° | 11° |
| Sea | 13° | 14° |
| Daylight | 12.5 h | 13.8 h |
What is the weather like in Porirua in October?
In October, Porirua is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 13.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 87 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 31 km/h. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Porirua.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 13 h 7 min06:33 – 19:40
- UV index
- 7 · highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 31 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 60 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or more
- Time zone
- UTC+13offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %0 %
- Seaweight 25 %0 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %53 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %40 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- A jumper for the evenings
- Rain jacket or umbrella
- Windproof jacket
Compare two months in Porirua
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
February has the better holiday weather in Porirua: score 43 against 19. In February, days are 5 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 4 °C warmer in February. February has 5 fewer rainy days. The sun shines an hour longer a day in February.
| Month | October | February |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 19 | 43better |
| Daytime high | 16° | 21° |
| Night-time low | 10° | 15° |
| Sea | 13.4° | 17.2° |
| Sunshine | 6.2 h | 7.5 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 12 | 7better |
| Rainfall | 87 mm | 61 mmbetter |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Porirua month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
39January21° · Sea 17° · 7.5 h
In January, Porirua is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 16.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 55 mm. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Porirua – and yet one of the best months here.
Porirua in January43February21° · Sea 17° · 7.5 h
In February, Porirua is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 17.2 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 61 mm. All in all, February is a so-so month for a holiday in Porirua – and yet one of the best months here.
Porirua in February29March20° · Sea 17° · 6.6 h
In March, Porirua is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 16.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 59 mm. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Porirua.
Porirua in March19April17° · Sea 16° · 5.2 h
In April, Porirua is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 16.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 69 mm in total. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Porirua.
Porirua in April15May15° · Sea 15° · 4.3 h
In May, Porirua is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 15.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 76 mm in total. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Porirua.
Porirua in May10June13° · Sea 14° · 3.4 h
In June, Porirua is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 13.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.4 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 87 mm in total. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in Porirua.
Porirua in June11July12° · Sea 13° · 3.9 h
In July, Porirua is cool: daytime highs average 12 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 12.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.9 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 94 mm in total. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Porirua.
Porirua in July12August13° · Sea 13° · 4.8 h
In August, Porirua is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 12.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 84 mm in total. All in all, August is not an ideal month for a holiday in Porirua.
Porirua in August17September14° · Sea 13° · 5.5 h
In September, Porirua is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 12.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 74 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 30 km/h. All in all, September is not an ideal month for a holiday in Porirua.
Porirua in September19October16° · Sea 13° · 6.2 h
In October, Porirua is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 13.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 87 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 31 km/h. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Porirua.
Porirua in October24November17° · Sea 14° · 7.1 h
In November, Porirua is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 14.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 69 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 30 km/h. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Porirua.
Porirua in November25December19° · Sea 16° · 7.0 h
In December, Porirua is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 15.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 74 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 29 km/h. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Porirua.
Porirua in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Porirua
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cold 0–8°
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
CoolOctober: nights around 10°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening.
The coolest nights are in July (7°), the warmest in February (15°). Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in February. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from July to August, so the room should be heated.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 39 | 21° | 14° | 16.5° | 7.5 h | 8 | 55 |
| FebruaryFeb | 43 | 21° | 15° | 17.2° | 7.5 h | 7 | 61 |
| MarchMar | 29 | 20° | 13° | 16.7° | 6.6 h | 8 | 59 |
| AprilApr | 19 | 17° | 12° | 16.0° | 5.2 h | 10 | 69 |
| MayMay | 15 | 15° | 10° | 15.0° | 4.3 h | 11 | 76 |
| JuneJun | 10 | 13° | 8° | 13.8° | 3.4 h | 12 | 87 |
| JulyJul | 11 | 12° | 7° | 12.9° | 3.9 h | 12 | 94 |
| AugustAug | 12 | 13° | 7° | 12.5° | 4.8 h | 14 | 84 |
| SeptemberSep | 17 | 14° | 9° | 12.9° | 5.5 h | 12 | 74 |
| OctoberOct | 19 | 16° | 10° | 13.4° | 6.2 h | 12 | 87 |
| NovemberNov | 24 | 17° | 11° | 14.4° | 7.1 h | 11 | 69 |
| DecemberDec | 25 | 19° | 13° | 15.7° | 7.0 h | 11 | 74 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature in Porirua
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 12.8 – 13.9 °C
Swimming season: Always below 20 °C
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Porirua ranges from 12.5 °C in August to 17.2 °C in February. Even at its warmest the sea stays below 20 °C, so swimming is bracing at best.
From June to July the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in February, eight out of ten years were between 16.4 and 18.3 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 16.5° | 15.5° | 17.6° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 17.2° | 16.4° | 18.3° | fresh |
| MarchMar | 16.7° | 15.9° | 17.6° | cold |
| AprilApr | 16.0° | 15.2° | 16.9° | cold |
| MayMay | 15.0° | 14.4° | 15.8° | cold |
| JuneJun | 13.8° | 12.8° | 14.9° | cold |
| JulyJul | 12.9° | 11.9° | 13.7° | cold |
| AugustAug | 12.5° | 11.6° | 13.3° | cold |
| SeptemberSep | 12.9° | 12.2° | 13.6° | cold |
| OctoberOct | 13.4° | 12.8° | 13.9° | cold |
| NovemberNov | 14.4° | 13.8° | 15.0° | cold |
| DecemberDec | 15.7° | 14.6° | 16.9° | cold |
Sunshine hours in Porirua
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 6.2 of 13.1 hours of daylight in Porirua, 47 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 22 km away, averages 1991–2020 (WMO climate normals). Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Porirua: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Porirua has about 12 rainy days with 87 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Porirua
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 7 · highSeek shade around midday; sunscreen SPF 30+, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in December (UV 10).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 20 min
- Fair skin
- about 25 min
- Light brown skin
- about 35 min
- Olive skin
- about 40 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Porirua
How breezy and how cloudy Porirua is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Porirua typically peaks at 31 km/h during the day: Beaufort 5, fresh breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting, and here it is that strong all year.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 60 % of the sky over Porirua: variable cloud, with about 6.2 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Planning a trip to Porirua
Weather for your travel dates
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Porirua in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Porirua has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 32) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 12).
- 22
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 5.6 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 14
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 15 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 4.1 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 12
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 13 °C by day
- Sea 13 °C
- 4.5 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 19
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 16 °C by day
- Sea 13 °C
- 6.2 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 32
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
PoorBest holidays
- 20 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 7.3 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 23 h 10 min
- Distance
- 18,810 km
- Time zone
- UTC+13
- Jet lag
- About 12 days (12 h east)
Rule of thumb for flying east: for a few days before, go to bed and get up a little earlier, and get plenty of morning light at your destination.
Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
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Porirua vs Lower Hutt
In October the holiday weather in Porirua and Lower Hutt is about equally good (score 19 vs 19). During the day it is about as warm in Lower Hutt as in Porirua. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Porirua | Lower Hutt |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 19 | 19 |
| Daytime high | 16° | 16° |
| Sea | 13° | 13° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 12 | 12 |
| Best time | Jan – Feb | Jan – Feb |
Through the year
New Zealand in October: the best places
In October, Porirua ranks 25 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
- Hastings19°83
- 2Blenheim18°74
- 3Christchurch17°73
- 4Tauranga18°16°73
- 5Auckland18°16°72
- 6Matamata18°69
- 7Hamilton18°67
- 8Rotorua17°65
- 25PoriruaThis page16°13°19
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Frequently asked questions about Porirua
When is the best time to visit Porirua?
The best time to visit Porirua is from January to February. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Porirua?
The sea temperature in Porirua ranges from 12.5 °C in August to 17.2 °C in February. Even at its warmest the sea stays below 20 °C, so swimming is bracing at best.
Can you swim in Porirua in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 13.4 °C. Comfortable swimming temperatures are not reached at any time of year.
What is the warmest month in Porirua?
February is the warmest month, with average highs of 21 °C and nights around 15 °C. July is the coolest month at 12 °C.
When does it rain most in Porirua?
Rain is frequent from July to August and in October; the wettest month is July with 94 mm. The driest month is January with 55 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Porirua get?
Porirua gets around 2,100 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is January with 7.5 hours a day; in June there are 3.4 hours a day.
What time zone is Porirua in?
Porirua is on UTC+13 in January and UTC+12 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Porirua?
A nonstop flight from London to Porirua takes about 23 h 10 min, for a straight-line distance of about 18,810 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Which school holidays are best for Porirua?
Porirua has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 32) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 12). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 22, May half-term 14, summer holidays 12, October half-term 19, Christmas holidays 32.