Yukon weather in October
Considering a trip to Yukon this October and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Yukon in October?
Yukon is a region in Canada. October in Yukon generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with moderate precipitation.
During the day the temperature is very cold in Dawson City at 0°C and cold in Tagish at 4°C. As night falls, temperatures generally drop to -2°C in Tagish and -8°C in Dawson City. October is a very cold month in some areas, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.
In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Dawson City with an average of 32 mm to moderate snow/rainfall in Beloud Post with 88 mm. Most cities witness limited sunny days, expect roughly 85 hours of sunlight in Whitehorse. This low amount of sunlight is perfect for those who lean towards dimmer, cloudier weather rather than intense sunny days.
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Yukon in October, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Yukon climate page.
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Average weather in Whitehorse
In October Whitehorse generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Haines Junction
In October Haines Junction generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Carcross
In October Carcross generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Tagish
In October Tagish generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Beaver Creek
In October Beaver Creek generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Yukon, in Canada.
Is October the best time to visit Yukon?
In our view, October might not be the best time to travel to Yukon with often poor weather in Whitehorse.
Generally speaking, July provides perfect weather in Whitehorse. The weather in January, February, March, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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