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Richmond weather in October (British Columbia, Canada)

Looking to travel to Richmond in October? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In October, Richmond typically experiences moderate temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 14°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 9°C.

Richmond in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 201 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 15 days of the month will see rainfall.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 120 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

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

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

 

Richmond, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 201 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 75% *  
SunshineSunshine 120 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 36% *  
* Data from: Vancouver, Canada (13 KM, 8 Miles).

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 this month?

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

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