Salt Spring Island Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Salt Spring Island, Canada in October.

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Ganges Fernwood Fulford Harbour

Thinking about venturing to Salt Spring Island, Canada this October and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Salt Spring Island in October

Salt Spring Island, Canada is a region in Canada. October in Salt Spring Island generally has mild temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 14°C (57°F) and nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) in Ganges.

For specific regional insights in Salt Spring Island, Canada, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Fulford Harbour with an average of 122 mm (4.8 in) to high rainfall in Fernwood with 132 mm (5.2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Ganges typically sees 160 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

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Best Places to Visit in Salt Spring Island in October

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Salt Spring Island

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

Temperature range in Salt Spring Island (October)

Precipitation variation in Salt Spring Island (October)

Ganges

In October Ganges generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
204 hours
160 hours
85 hours
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
126 mm (5 in)
187 mm (7.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
14 days
19 days
Weather conditions
perfect
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Ganges →

Fernwood

In October Fernwood generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
15°C (59°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
212 hours
120 hours
60 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
194 mm (7.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
14 days
19 days
Weather conditions
perfect
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Fernwood →

Fulford Harbour

In October Fulford Harbour generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
204 hours
160 hours
85 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
182 mm (7.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
14 days
19 days
Weather conditions
perfect
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Fulford Harbour →

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Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Salt Spring Island in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ganges 14°C (57°F) 8°C (46°F) 126 mm (5 in)
Fernwood 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 132 mm (5.2 in)
Fulford Harbour 14°C (57°F) 8°C (46°F) 122 mm (4.8 in)

Salt Spring Island weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Salt Spring Island, Canada in October?

In October, Salt Spring Island, Canada generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Ganges sees daytime temperatures near 14°C (57°F), with nights cooling to roughly 8°C (46°F).

What is the average temperature in Salt Spring Island, Canada in October?

Average temperatures in Salt Spring Island, Canada during October range from a nighttime low near 8°C (46°F) to a daytime high around 14°C (57°F) in Ganges.

Does Salt Spring Island, Canada get a lot of rain in October?

Yes, October tends to be a wetter month in Salt Spring Island, Canada. Average rainfall in Ganges sits around 126 mm (5 in).

Is October a Good Time to Visit Salt Spring Island, Canada?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Ganges, October may not be the ideal time to visit Salt Spring Island, Canada.

On average, the best time to visit Salt Spring Island, Canada is in June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Ganges. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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