Thompson Weather in October
Thinking of visiting Thompson in October? Expect low temperatures reaching 5°C (41°F) during the day, dropping to -2°C (28°F) at night, with some snow/rainfall likely.
Rainfall in Thompson in October
Historically, the month has about 13 days of snow/rain, averaging 53 mm (2.1 in) in total. Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.
Temperature in Thompson in October
If you're visiting Thompson in October, expect highs of 5°C (41°F) and overnight lows around -2°C (28°F). Cold conditions persist throughout the day, so warm clothing is important from the moment you head outside. With overnight lows of -2°C (28°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold.October in Thompson can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
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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).
What to Wear in Thompson in October
Cold weather calls for smart layering in October. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days.
What To Do in Thompson in October
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling3/10 -
Walking3/10 -
Barbeque1/10 -
Camping1/10 -
Outdoor sports3/10
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Popular in October
Where to go in October - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Toronto
16°C (61°F) Niagara Falls15°C (59°F) Montréal14°C (57°F) Ottawa14°C (57°F) Vancouver
14°C (57°F) Quebec City12°C (54°F) Calgary
12°C (54°F) Whistler7°C (45°F) 
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