Victoria weather in October (British Columbia, Canada)

Planning a trip to Victoria 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, Victoria typically experiences moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 13°C, while night temperatures can drop to 9°C.

Victoria in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 114 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 14 days of the month will see rainfall.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 160 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Victoria. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Victoria, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 13°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 46%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 114 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 68%  
SunshineSunshine 160 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 46%  

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 Victoria in October?

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
Outdoor sports
9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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