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Fort McMurray weather in October (Alberta, Canada)

What weather conditions can you expect in Fort McMurray this October? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

The month of October in Fort McMurray typically includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 8°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around -2°C.

Precipitation

Fort McMurray in October usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 33 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 10 days of snow/rain this month.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 120 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

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

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

 

Fort McMurray, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -2°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 8°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 32%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 33 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
SunshineSunshine 120 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 36%  

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?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. Also, consider bringing a rain jacket as there might be some rain.

What To Do

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
4/10
Walking
4/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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