AI-generatedThames, New Zealand at a glance
- Best time
- Jan – Mar
- Warmest month
- Feb · 25°
- Warmest sea
- Feb · 21.6°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,060 h
- Rain a year
- 1,039 mm
- Climate
- Subtropical
- Time zone
- UTC+13 / UTC+12
- Elevation
- 6 m
Climate in Thames, New Zealand
Thames, New Zealand has a subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters. February is the warmest month with average highs of 25 °C, while July is the coolest at 16 °C. With around 2,060 hours of sunshine a year, Thames, New Zealand is moderately sunny; January is the sunniest month with 7.2 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Thames, New Zealand
The best time to visit Thames, New Zealand is from January to March. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go in February. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from November to June. Rain is frequent from July to October; the wettest month is July with 114 mm.
Thames, New Zealand through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Thames, New Zealand in spring
Sep – Nov
Poor
- 17–21 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 5.7 h of sun a day
- 38 rainy days in all
Thames, New Zealand in summer
Dec – Feb
Good
- 23–25 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 6.8 h of sun a day
- 28 rainy days in all
Thames, New Zealand in autumn
Mar – May
Fair
- 19–24 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 5.6 h of sun a day
- 28 rainy days in all
Thames, New Zealand in winter
Jun – Aug
Poor
- 16 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 4.6 h of sun a day
- 38 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Feb
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Nov – Jun
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Jul – 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 – March
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rain
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 12°
- Midday, 13:00: about 18°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 19°
- Evening, 20:00: about 15°
- Night, 23:00: about 13°
06:3419:33
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 06:18–07:09 · evening 18:58–19:49
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:07–06:18 · evening 19:49–19:59
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 Thames, New Zealand compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs rise from about 18° at the start of the month to 20° at the end. The sea warms from 15° to 16°. The days get 1.1 h longer.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 18° | 20° |
| Night-time low | 9° | 11° |
| Sea | 15° | 16° |
| Daylight | 12.4 h | 13.6 h |
What is the weather like in Thames, New Zealand in October?
In October, Thames, New Zealand is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 15.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 88 mm in total. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Thames, New Zealand.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 59 min06:34 – 19:33
- UV index
- 8 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 24 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 66 %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 %43 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %36 %
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
Compare two months in Thames, New Zealand
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 Thames, New Zealand: score 79 against 16. In February, days are 6 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 6 °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 | 16 | 79better |
| Daytime high | 19° | 25° |
| Night-time low | 10° | 16° |
| Sea | 15.4° | 21.6° |
| Sunshine | 5.6 h | 6.9 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 13 | 8better |
| Rainfall | 88 mm | 68 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 0better | 4 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Thames, New Zealand month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
73January25° · Sea 21° · 7.2 h
In January, Thames, New Zealand is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 20.5 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 67 mm. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Thames, New Zealand.
Thames, New Zealand in January79February25° · Sea 22° · 6.9 h
In February, Thames, New Zealand is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 21.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 68 mm. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Thames, New Zealand.
Thames, New Zealand in February66March24° · Sea 21° · 6.5 h
In March, Thames, New Zealand is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 20.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 65 mm. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Thames, New Zealand.
Thames, New Zealand in March42April21° · Sea 20° · 5.4 h
In April, Thames, New Zealand is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 19.5 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 75 mm in total. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Thames, New Zealand.
Thames, New Zealand in April18May19° · Sea 18° · 4.8 h
In May, Thames, New Zealand is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 17.5 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 89 mm in total. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Thames, New Zealand.
Thames, New Zealand in May13June16° · Sea 15° · 4.1 h
In June, Thames, New Zealand is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 15.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 95 mm in total. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in Thames, New Zealand.
Thames, New Zealand in June12July16° · Sea 14° · 4.6 h
In July, Thames, New Zealand is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 13.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 114 mm in total. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Thames, New Zealand.
Thames, New Zealand in July13August16° · Sea 13° · 5.1 h
In August, Thames, New Zealand is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 13.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 96 mm in total. All in all, August is not an ideal month for a holiday in Thames, New Zealand.
Thames, New Zealand in August14September17° · Sea 14° · 5.1 h
In September, Thames, New Zealand is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 13.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 101 mm in total. All in all, September is not an ideal month for a holiday in Thames, New Zealand.
Thames, New Zealand in September16October19° · Sea 15° · 5.6 h
In October, Thames, New Zealand is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 15.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 88 mm in total. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Thames, New Zealand.
Thames, New Zealand in October31November21° · Sea 17° · 6.4 h
In November, Thames, New Zealand is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 17.3 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 86 mm in total. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Thames, New Zealand.
Thames, New Zealand in November49December23° · Sea 19° · 6.2 h
In December, Thames, New Zealand is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 19.2 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 96 mm in total. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in Thames, New Zealand.
Thames, New Zealand in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Thames, New Zealand
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 (16°). Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from January to 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 | 73 | 25° | 15° | 20.5° | 7.2 h | 8 | 67 |
| FebruaryFeb | 79 | 25° | 16° | 21.6° | 6.9 h | 8 | 68 |
| MarchMar | 66 | 24° | 14° | 20.8° | 6.5 h | 8 | 65 |
| AprilApr | 42 | 21° | 12° | 19.5° | 5.4 h | 9 | 75 |
| MayMay | 18 | 19° | 10° | 17.5° | 4.8 h | 11 | 89 |
| JuneJun | 13 | 16° | 8° | 15.3° | 4.1 h | 12 | 95 |
| JulyJul | 12 | 16° | 7° | 13.6° | 4.6 h | 13 | 114 |
| AugustAug | 13 | 16° | 7° | 13.0° | 5.1 h | 14 | 96 |
| SeptemberSep | 14 | 17° | 8° | 13.9° | 5.1 h | 13 | 101 |
| OctoberOct | 16 | 19° | 10° | 15.4° | 5.6 h | 13 | 88 |
| NovemberNov | 31 | 21° | 12° | 17.3° | 6.4 h | 11 | 86 |
| DecemberDec | 49 | 23° | 14° | 19.2° | 6.2 h | 12 | 96 |
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
Sea temperature in Thames, New Zealand
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 14.7 – 16.3 °C
Swimming season: Jan – Mar
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Thames, New Zealand ranges from 13.0 °C in August to 21.6 °C in February. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from January to March.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in February, eight out of ten years were between 20.5 and 22.7 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 20.5° | 19.2° | 22.1° | refreshing |
| FebruaryFeb | 21.6° | 20.5° | 22.7° | refreshing |
| MarchMar | 20.8° | 19.8° | 21.7° | refreshing |
| AprilApr | 19.5° | 18.7° | 20.2° | fresh |
| MayMay | 17.5° | 16.4° | 17.9° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 15.3° | 14.6° | 15.8° | cold |
| JulyJul | 13.6° | 12.9° | 14.3° | cold |
| AugustAug | 13.0° | 12.4° | 13.7° | cold |
| SeptemberSep | 13.9° | 13.4° | 14.7° | cold |
| OctoberOct | 15.4° | 14.7° | 16.3° | cold |
| NovemberNov | 17.3° | 16.1° | 18.6° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 19.2° | 18.1° | 20.9° | fresh |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Thames, New Zealand
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 5.6 of 13.0 hours of daylight in Thames, New Zealand, 43 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Thames, New Zealand: 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, Thames, New Zealand has about 13 rainy days with 88 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Thames, New Zealand
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 8 · very highStay in the shade around midday; SPF 50, clothing, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in December (UV 10).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 15 min
- Fair skin
- about 20 min
- Light brown skin
- about 30 min
- Olive skin
- about 35 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 & clouds
Wind and clouds in Thames, New Zealand
How breezy and how cloudy Thames, New Zealand 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 Thames, New Zealand typically peaks at 24 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate 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: May – Feb.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 66 % of the sky over Thames, New Zealand: mostly cloudy, with about 5.6 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 Thames, New Zealand
Weather for your travel dates
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Thames, New Zealand 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.
Thames, New Zealand has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 61) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 13).
- 49
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Fair
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 5.7 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 17
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 4.7 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 13
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 16 °C by day
- Sea 13 °C
- 4.9 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 16
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 19 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 5.6 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 61
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
GoodBest holidays
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 6.7 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 22 h 40 min
- Distance
- 18,390 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.
Good to know: New Zealand
- Currency
- New Zealand Dollar (NZD)
- Languages
- English, Māori
- Sockets
- Type I · 230 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the left
- Dialling code
- +64
- Emergency number
- 111
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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Thames vs Katikati
In October the holiday weather in Thames and Katikati is about equally good (score 16 vs 18). During the day Katikati is 1 °C cooler than Thames. The sea in Katikati is 1 °C warmer.
| in October | Thames | Katikati |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 16 | 18 |
| Daytime high | 19° | 18° |
| Sea | 15° | 16° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 13 | 12 |
| Best time | Jan – Mar | Jan – Feb |
Through the year
Best places in the country
New Zealand in October: the best places
In October, Thames ranks 25 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
- Hastings19°82
- 2Tauranga18°16°74
- 3Auckland18°16°71
- 4Matamata18°69
- 5Cambridge18°69
- 6Masterton17°69
- 7Hamilton18°68
- 8Rotorua18°68
- 25ThamesThis page19°15°16
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Frequently asked questions about Thames, New Zealand
When is the best time to visit Thames, New Zealand?
The best time to visit Thames, New Zealand is from January to March. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Thames, New Zealand?
The sea temperature in Thames, New Zealand ranges from 13.0 °C in August to 21.6 °C in February. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from January to March.
Can you swim in Thames, New Zealand in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 15.4 °C. Comfortable swimming is possible from January to March.
What is the warmest month in Thames, New Zealand?
February is the warmest month, with average highs of 25 °C and nights around 16 °C. July is the coolest month at 16 °C.
When does it rain most in Thames, New Zealand?
Rain is frequent from July to October; the wettest month is July with 114 mm. The driest month is March with 65 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Thames, New Zealand get?
Thames, New Zealand gets around 2,060 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is January with 7.2 hours a day; in June there are 4.1 hours a day.
What time zone is Thames, New Zealand in?
Thames, New Zealand is on UTC+13 in January and UTC+12 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Thames, New Zealand?
A nonstop flight from London to Thames, New Zealand takes about 22 h 40 min, for a straight-line distance of about 18,390 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Which school holidays are best for Thames, New Zealand?
Thames, New Zealand has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 61) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 13). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 49, May half-term 17, summer holidays 13, October half-term 16, Christmas holidays 61.