Canada in october: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in Canada in october 2025
In this section, check out the weather forecast for october for most popular cities in Canada. These predictions are probabilities for october from weather reports for many years. The percentage indicates the probability of having the weather mentioned.
Average weather in october in Ottawa
tolerable weather 37.4cm
Weather at 6am
45°F
Clear/Sunny
29% of time
23%
16%
13%
Weather at 12pm
54°F
Clear/Sunny
27% of time
24%
23%
18%
Weather at 6pm
49°F
Clear/Sunny
34% of time
21%
18%
13%
Weather at 3am
45°F
31%
21%
16%
15%
Where to go in Canada in october?
Where to go in Canada in october: destination map
Where to go in each region in october?
| Alberta (Calgary, Banff National Park, Jasper National Park...) | 34°F to 54°F | 2 à 6 days | very bad weather | |
| Atlantic Canada (Halifax, St. John's (Newfoundland and Labrador), Saint John...) | 40°F to 58°F | 5 à 10 days | 47°F to 58°F | tolerable weather* |
| British Columbia (Vancouver, Whistler, Kamloops...) | 41°F to 56°F | 2 à 16 days | 50°F to 54°F | very bad weather* |
| Manitoba (Winnipeg (Manitoba), Churchill, Thompson...) | 38°F to 52°F | 3 à 5 days | very bad weather | |
| North of Canada (Yellowknife, Whitehorse (Yukon), Resolute (Nunavut)...) | 16°F to 38°F | 1 à 4 days | 32°F to 36°F | very bad weather |
| Ontario (Ottawa, Toronto, Thunder Bay...) | 47°F to 61°F | 4 à 10 days | 58°F | very bad weather* |
| Quebec (Quebec City, Montreal, Gaspé (Gaspé Peninsula)...) | 31°F to 58°F | 4 à 10 days | 43°F to 50°F | very bad weather* |
| Saskatchewan (Saskatoon, Regina, Lloydminster...) | 47°F to 52°F | 2 à 3 days | very bad weather |
Where should you go in Canada in october when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Canada in october ranges from tolerable to very bad depending on the region and city.
Freshness and cold dominate all of Canada. Some regions like the Yukon have temperatures below zero while in the south, the lowest temperatures remain above zero. In any case, the climate throughout October in Canada is barely acceptable.
The East Coast and Southeastern Canada in October
The city of Toronto and those on the east coast like Halifax are favored by a mild atmosphere and allow to feel an overall pleasant sensation. On the other hand, Quebec and Montreal are relatively cold.
Northern, Central and Far North of Canada in October
Most communities in the Canadian Far North live in the cold, with a sulky atmosphere as the sky is often covered with heavy clouds. Compared to this atmosphere, Calgary and Alberta seem more lenient.
The West Coast of Canada in October
The weather in Canada throughout October, specifically in Vancouver, is very wet. However, the city enjoys a gentle atmosphere that allows its visitors to have a few pleasant moments for sightseeing.
Climate in Canada in october
Climate in Ottawa in october
In the month of october, the mean temperature in Ottawa is 50°F (maximum temperature is 56°F and minimum temperature is 45°F). The climate is relatively cool in that locality in the month of october, but it is liveable by dressing cosy. With 6in over 9 days, rain may occur during your vacations. But this is rather reasonably and you will not be too bothered by it.
With a bad weather, october is not the best time to go in this city in Canada.
| October | |||
| Average temperature | 50°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 56°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 45°F | ||
| Rainfall | 6in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 9 day(s) (28%) | ||
| Humidity | 89% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 7 | ||
| Cloud cover | 49% | ||
| Length of day | 10:58 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Calgary in october
In the month of october, the mean temperature in Calgary is 43°F (maximum temperature is 50°F and minimum temperature is 36°F). The climate is fairly fresh in this city in october, but it is liveable when dressing warm. With barely 1.1in over 2 days, it rains very little for your vacations.
| October | |||
| Average temperature | 43°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 50°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 36°F | ||
| Rainfall | 1.1in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 2 day(s) (6%) | ||
| Humidity | 77% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 9 | ||
| Cloud cover | 34% | ||
| Length of day | 10:43 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Halifax in october
In the month of october, maximum temperature is 58°F and minimum temperature is 50°F (for an average temperature of 54°F). The climate is fairly cold around this city in the month of october, but it is endurable by dressing cosy. With 7.3in over 7 days, rain may occur for your holidays. But this is rather reasonably and it will not be continuous.
With proper weather, october is okay (but not good month) for traveling in this locality in Canada.
| October | |||
| Average temperature | 54°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 58°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 50°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 57°F | ||
| Rainfall | 7.3in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 7 day(s) (24%) | ||
| Humidity | 87% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 7 | ||
| Cloud cover | 44% | ||
| Length of day | 11:00 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Banff National Park in october
In the month of october, maximum temperature is 34°F and minimum temperature is 22°F (for an average temperature of 29°F). The climate is quite more than very fresh here in the month of october. Do not forget to take with you warm clothes! With 3.5in over 6 days, you risk getting wet slightly during your journey. But this is rather reasonably and you will not be too bothered by it.
| October | |||
| Average temperature | 29°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 34°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 22°F | ||
| Rainfall | 3.5in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 6 day(s) (19%) | ||
| Humidity | 92% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 8 | ||
| Cloud cover | 55% | ||
| Length of day | 10:41 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Jasper National Park in october
In october, maximum temperature is 41°F and minimum temperature is 27°F (for an average temperature of 34°F). The climate is rather more than very fresh in that locality in this month. Plan a sweater! With 3.8in over 6 days, rain may occur for your journey. But this is reasonably and you will not be too bothered by it.
| October | |||
| Average temperature | 34°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 41°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 27°F | ||
| Rainfall | 3.8in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 6 day(s) (18%) | ||
| Humidity | 89% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 9 | ||
| Cloud cover | 44% | ||
| Length of day | 10:36 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
All cities in Canada in october
| Ottawa in october | tolerable weather |
| Calgary in october | very bad weather |
| Halifax in october | tolerable weather |
| Banff National Park in october | very bad weather |
| Jasper National Park in october | very bad weather |
| Quebec City in october | bad weather |
| Thunder Bay in october | very bad weather |
| Toronto in october | tolerable weather |
| Vancouver in october | tolerable weather |
| Whistler in october | very bad weather |
| Whitehorse (Yukon) in october | very bad weather |
| Winnipeg (Manitoba) in october | very bad weather |
| Yellowknife in october | very bad weather |
| Churchill in october | very bad weather |
| Edmonton in october | very bad weather |
| Kamloops in october | very bad weather |
| Lake Louise in october | very bad weather |
| Lloydminster in october | very bad weather |
| Niagara Falls (Ontario) in october | good weather |
| Regina in october | very bad weather |
| Resolute (Nunavut) in october | very bad weather |
Weather data for Canada in october:
Weather data for Canada in october is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Canada. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Canada can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Canada.