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Prince Rupert weather in October (British Columbia, Canada)

What's the typical weather in Prince Rupert for October? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

The typical weather for October in Prince Rupert includes low temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 11°C, cooling off to about 6°C at night.

Precipitation

Prince Rupert in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 386 mm for the month. The month is marked by heavy rainfall, often coming down in intense bursts. Make sure to have a poncho to stay dry. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 25 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 68 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Prince Rupert. June and July typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Prince Rupert, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 11°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 12°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 84%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 386 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 25 days  
HumidityHumidity 82%  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 68 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

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.

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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?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. With a water temperature of around 12°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
5/10

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