Vancouver · AutumnMonth summary
Vancouver weather in October
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
46°F – 55°F
🌧 Rainy days
52% of days
☀️ Sunshine
8.0h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Autumn
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
4.2/10
📅 📅 Best month
July (8.8/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Vancouver in October?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you prefer off-season travel with reduced prices and very few tourists.
❌ No if: you want to avoid rain — more than half the days are rainy.
Our take: October brings a challenging climate (4.2/10). July offers milder conditions if your dates are flexible.
By trip type
Vancouver in October by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ❌ Not recommended
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ❌ Not recommended
- 💰 💰 Budget : 🌿 Shoulder
Local context
What to expect in October
Autumn marks the end of peak season in Vancouver. Temperatures drop (13°F) and rain returns (52% of days). With 52% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.
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| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌦️ January | 36°F | 43°F | 58% | 0.3in | 3.3h | 1.1/10 |
| 🌦️ February | 34°F | 43°F | 58% | 0.2in | 5.9h | 1.7/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 37°F | 48°F | 55% | 0.2in | 8.2h | 3.9/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 43°F | 54°F | 48% | 0.2in | 11.2h | 5.0/10 |
| ⛅ May | 48°F | 61°F | 32% | 0.1in | 13.3h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 54°F | 64°F | 35% | 0.1in | 14.1h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 59°F | 72°F | 15% | 0.0in | 14.9h | 8.8/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 59°F | 72°F | 19% | 0.1in | 13.2h | 8.4/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 55°F | 64°F | 37% | 0.2in | 11.0h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌦️ October | 46°F | 55°F | 52% | 0.3in | 8.0h | 4.2/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 39°F | 48°F | 62% | 0.4in | 3.9h | 1.6/10 |
| 🌧️ December | 36°F | 43°F | 65% | 0.3in | 2.4h | 0.7/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In October, Vancouver averages 55°F, 52% rainy days and 8.0h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 4.2/10.
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Comparison
October vs July (best month)
The best month is July (score 8.8/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +9°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : -37%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +6.9h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Vancouver in October
Is October a good time to visit Vancouver?
October is not recommended for Vancouver (score 4.2/10). With 52% rainy days and 8.0h of sunshine, consider July (8.8/10) instead.
Does it rain a lot in Vancouver in October?
Yes, 52% of days see rain in October. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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