AustraliaThe weather in October in Canberra
It's hot in October in Canberra with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 36°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 14°C and 20°C.
October is a good month to be in Canberra for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in October for Canberra, Australia. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 42°C in 2014, Canberra reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 12°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 6°C to a highest value of 28°C.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 9,2 mm of precipitation in October. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in October for Canberra
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Canberra. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
October weather comparison
| Canberra | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 32°C | 21°C |
| Max. temperature | 36°C | 26°C |
| Min. temperature | 14°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 9,2 mm | 119 mm |
| Rainy days | 2 days | 13 days |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Canberra with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 17°C.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps rise to around 33°C, with nights around 17°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Canberra is around 34°C, while nighttime temps are about 19°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in October in Canberra, Australia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in October in Canberra
Temperature in October in Canberra over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in October in Canberra, Australia. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in October in Canberra
Total precipitation in October in Canberra over the years
Daily UV index in October in Canberra
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Canberra, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Canberra by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Canberra. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.