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Alberta Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Alberta, Canada in October.

Planning a trip to Alberta, Canada this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Alberta in October

Alberta, Canada is a region in Canada. In October, Alberta experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from very cold to mild and precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from very cold in Cape Dyer at -2°C (28°F) to mild in Taber at 14°C (57°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 2°C (36°F) in Taber and -6°C (21°F) in Cape Dyer.

For a closer look at conditions across Alberta, Canada, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snow/rainfall in Youngstown with an average of 22 mm (0.9 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Waterton Park with 100 mm (3.9 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Calgary gets around 175 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Alberta by month

Best Places to Visit in Alberta in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Alberta.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Alberta

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Alberta, Canada?

Temperature range in Alberta (October)

Precipitation variation in Alberta (October)

Calgary

In October Calgary generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
12°C (54°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly sun hours
209 hours
175 hours
121 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
5 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Edmonton

In October Edmonton generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
10°C (50°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-9°C (16°F)
Monthly sun hours
192 hours
170 hours
98 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
26 mm (1 in)
26 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
6 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Jasper

In October Jasper generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
3°C (37°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-14°C (7°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
131 hours
73 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
76 mm (3 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Canmore

In October Canmore generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
5°C (41°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-13°C (9°F)
Monthly sun hours
172 hours
128 hours
80 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Banff

In October Banff generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
4°C (39°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-14°C (7°F)
Monthly sun hours
172 hours
128 hours
80 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
50 mm (2 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Alberta, in Canada.

Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Alberta in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Jasper 3°C (37°F) -9°C (16°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Calgary 12°C (54°F) -2°C (28°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Edmonton 10°C (50°F) -1°C (30°F) 26 mm (1 in)
Canmore 5°C (41°F) -7°C (19°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Banff 4°C (39°F) -8°C (18°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Lake Louise 2°C (36°F) -9°C (16°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)

Alberta weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Alberta, Canada in October?

Expect tolerable weather across Alberta, Canada in October. The popular destination of Calgary averages 12°C (54°F) by day and -2°C (28°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Alberta, Canada in October?

In Calgary, the average daytime high in October is 12°C (54°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -2°C (28°F).

Does Alberta, Canada get a lot of snow/rain in October?

Not particularly. Calgary averages just 29 mm (1.1 in) of snow/rain in October, making it a mostly dry month for Alberta, Canada.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Alberta, Canada?

In our opinion, October is a good time to visit Alberta, Canada with overall tolerable weather in Calgary. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Alberta, Canada is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Calgary. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, November and December tend to be poor.

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