October · Canada
Best time to visit Calgary in October Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Calgary in October
Average temperature 6°C, 29 mm of rain, about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 62% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
October score
8.2/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 6°C
- Rainfall
- 29 mm
- Humidity
- 62%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 23
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
October in Calgary scores 8.2/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 6°C, 29 mm of rain, and roughly 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
A compact downtown, Bow River paths, and quick access to the Rockies define Calgary.
October in Calgary — reliably good (6th best month)
October averages 6°C (43°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Expect 29 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.7 daylight hours.
It scores 8.2/10 here, 6th of 12 months, against 9.8/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? September scores 1.6 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Calgary in October?
- In October, Calgary averages 6°C, 29 mm of rain, and about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.2/10.
- Is October a good time to visit Calgary?
- October earns a 8.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Calgary in October?
- Expect about 29 mm of rain in October. Average humidity is 62% and there are about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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