October · Canada
Best time to visit Kamloops in October Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Kamloops in October
Average temperature 6°C, 26 mm of rain, about 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 76% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
October score
6.4/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 6°C
- Rainfall
- 26 mm
- Humidity
- 76%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 2
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
October in Kamloops scores 6.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 6°C, 26 mm of rain, and roughly 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Kamloops sits where the Thompson River meets sagebrush hills, with riverside trails, wineries, and easy staging for interior BC road trips.
October in Kamloops — middling scores, decent value
Expect 6°C (43°F) in October. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
With around 26 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.4 hours of daylight fill the rest.
That is 6.4/10 on the same scale — 7th of 12 months, versus 10/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, July is materially better in Kamloops — 3.6 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Kamloops in October?
- In October, Kamloops averages 6°C, 26 mm of rain, and about 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.4/10.
- Is October a good time to visit Kamloops?
- October earns a 6.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Kamloops in October?
- Expect about 26 mm of rain in October. Average humidity is 76% and there are about 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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