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Visiting British Columbia, Canada in October

The weather in October is much cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop quickly into November. October has average maximum temperatures of 13°C (56°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 38.4% making it very cloudy and overcast with some periods of sunshine. There are 4.1 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in British Columbia.

October has total rainfall of 7.6cm (3.0inches) making it often dry with only light showers. There are 15.2 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the clear days.

Sea temperatures are a cold 11°C (52°F). October is too cold for swimming in British Columbia for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in October is cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop into November.

Consider visiting British Columbia in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for October.

Can you sunbathe in British Columbia in October?

No, October is not a good time for sunbathing in British Columbia.

October has average maximum temperatures of 13°C (56°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 38.4% making it very cloudy and overcast with some periods of sunshine. There are 4.1 hours of sunshine per day. October has total rainfall of 7.6cm (3.0inches) making it often dry with only light showers. There are 15.2 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the clear days.

More about October temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in British Columbia in October?

No, October is too cold for swimming in British Columbia for any length of time, with the sea water at 11°C (52°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about October sea temperatures.

Is October a good time to holiday in British Columbia?

No, October is not a good time for a holiday in British Columbia.

October has average maximum temperatures of 13°C (56°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 38.4% making it very cloudy and overcast with some periods of sunshine. There are 4.1 hours of sunshine per day. October has total rainfall of 7.6cm (3.0inches) making it often dry with only light showers. There are 15.2 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the clear days. It is not a good time for sunbathing in British Columbia. Sea temperatures are a cold 11°C (52°F). October is too cold for swimming in British Columbia for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the October temperatures and sunshine.

Is British Columbia warm in October?

No, British Columbia is too cold for sunbathing in October.

The average maximum temperature in British Columbia in October is 13°C (56°F). The average maximum temperature is 18°C (65°) in the previous month and 9°C (48°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in British Columbia in October is 10°C (51°F). The average temperature is 14°C (58°F) in the previous month and 6°C (44°F) in the next month.

More info about the October temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is British Columbia in October?

The average day light hours per day in British Columbia in October are 10.9. The sunshine percentage is 38.4% making it very cloudy and overcast with some periods of sunshine. There are 4.1 hours of sunshine per day.

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Temperature in British Columbia in October

The weather in October is much cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop quickly into November. The average maximum temperature in British Columbia in October is 13°C (56°F). The average maximum temperature is 18°C (65°F) in the previous month and 9°C (48°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in British Columbia in October is 10°C (51°F). The average temperature is 14°C (58°F) in the previous month and 6°C (44°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in British Columbia in October is 8°C (46°F). The minimum temperature is 11°C (51°F) in the previous month and 4°C (39°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in British Columbia in October

The days in October are shorter than the previous month and days continue to get shorter into November. October shows a significant drop in hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to drop quickly into November. During October the average day light hours are 10.9 per day in British Columbia. The sunshine percentage is 38.4% making it very cloudy and overcast with some periods of sunshine. There are 4.1 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index in British Columbia in October is typically 2.7 during October. An ultraviolet index reading of 0 to 2 indicates low danger from the sun's UV rays for the average person. Most people will be able to spend several hours in the sun with out a problem, however unprotected skin risks burning in less than 1 hour. Wear sunglasses on bright days. Only those that burn easily will need to apply sunscreen. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in British Columbia in October

The average sea water temperature in British Columbia in October is 11.1°C (52.0°F) which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. The sea temperature in October is cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop into November.

Rainfall in British Columbia in October

October weather is wetter than the previous month and rainfall continues to rise into November. October has a few more days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to rise into November. The average total rainfall in British Columbia in October is 7.6cm (3.0inches) and on average there are 15.2 rainy days in October making it a wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in British Columbia in October

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in British Columbia in October is 10°C (49°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 12°C (54°F) in the previous month and 6°C (6°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in British Columbia in October is typically 94.4%. The maximum relative humidity is 93.3% in the previous month and 92.6% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in British Columbia in October is typically 84%. The average relative humidity is 79.2% in the previous month and 82.2% in the next month.

Wind Speed in British Columbia in October

The average maximum wind speed in British Columbia in October is typically 18KM/H (11MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 18KM/H (11MPH) in the previous month and 20KM/H (12MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in British Columbia in October is typically 8KM/H (5MPH). The average wind speed is 8KM/H (5MPH) in the previous month and 9KM/H (6MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in British Columbia in October is from the South-Southeast.

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