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Quebec City weather in October (Quebec, Canada)

How is the weather in Quebec City in October? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In October, Quebec City typically experiences moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 12°C, while nights can cool down to about 3°C.

Quebec City in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 134 mm for the month. Since this is the rainiest month of the year, it's a good idea to carry an umbrella just in case. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 14 days of rain.

The area enjoys a balanced 121 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Quebec City. June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Quebec City, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 3°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 12°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 48%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 134 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 63%  
SunshineSunshine 121 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 36%  

Where to go in Canada in October

Find out more about the weather in Canada in October and which places have the best weather 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 Quebec City in October?

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 in October.

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

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