Dartmouth weather in October (Nova Scotia, Canada)

What weather conditions can you expect in Dartmouth this October? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

In October, Dartmouth tends to experience moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 15°C. But by evening, they drop to around 7°C.

Precipitation

Dartmouth in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 132 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 12 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 161 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Dartmouth, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 40%  

Precipitation 132 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 67% *  

Sunshine 161 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 46% *  

* Data from: Halifax, Canada (3 KM, 2 Miles).

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?

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.

What To Do

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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