Iqaluit weather in October (Canada)

Is October a good time to explore Iqaluit weather-wise? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

The typical weather for October in Iqaluit includes very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around -0°C. But by evening, they drop to around -6°C. Prepare for low temperatures this month by wearing plenty of layers. It's essential to stay warm in such cold conditions.

Precipitation

Iqaluit in October usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 55 mm for the month. Snow is expected on roughly 16 days.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 53 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Iqaluit. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Iqaluit climate page with graphs.

 

Iqaluit, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature -6°C  

Max Temperature -0°C  

Chance of Rain 52%  

Precipitation 55 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 80%  

Windspeed 18 km/h  

Sunshine 53 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 17%  

Where to go in Canada in October

Find out more about the weather in Canada and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Visitors traveling to Iqaluit should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

1/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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