Normal weather for Alberta in October
It's cool in October in Alberta with an average temperature of 11°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 6°C to a high of 15°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -2°C and 4°C.
In October, there is an average of 22 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. Of the total precipitation, about 3,1 cm falls as snow in October. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Alberta in October |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
11°C | 21°C | |
 High Temp |
15°C | 26°C | |
| Low Temp |
6°C | 16°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
22 mm | 119 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
5 days | 13 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
3,1 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
2 days | 0 days | |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Alberta with cool temps, averaging around 14°C during the day and nights around 3°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, choose a light jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick jacket, sweater, and long pants.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps drop to around 12°C, with nights around 2°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers. During the day, go for a warm jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants. For the evening and morning, we recommend a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Alberta is around 8°C, while nighttime temps are about -1°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended. During the day, wear a thick jacket, sweater, and long pants. For the evening and morning, we recommend a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Temperature records for Alberta in October
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Daily Temperature in October in Alberta
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in October for Alberta, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in October in Alberta
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Alberta, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect about 5 days of precipitation in Alberta.
Daily Snowfall in October in Alberta
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in October in Alberta, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in October.
Daily UV Index in October in Alberta
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Alberta, 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.
Temperature in October in Alberta Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Alberta, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total Precipitation in October in Alberta Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Alberta, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in October in Alberta per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in October in Alberta, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily Climate in October for Alberta
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Alberta. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Alberta by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Alberta. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
