October weather forecast
Churchill, Canada

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Churchill, Canada, is another cold autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 2.4°C (36.3°F) and min -0.9°C (30.4°F).

Temperature

With October's arrival, Churchill's weather changes as the average high-temperature falls from a cool 10.3°C (50.5°F) in September to a wintry 2.4°C (36.3°F). During the nights of October, Churchill records an average temperature of -0.9°C (30.4°F), a minor drop from daytime peaks.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Churchill, Canada, during October, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 36mm (1.42") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 74.7 rainfall days, and 294mm (11.57") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Churchill are January through June, September through December. In Churchill, in October, snow falls for 10.2 days, with typically accumulated 33mm (1.3") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 84.6 snowfall days, and 355mm (13.98") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Churchill, in October, the average water temperature is 3°C (37.4°F).
Note: When swimming, this is deemed life-endangering and extremely risky. The painful cold water instigates fast-paced hyperventilation. Wearing a specialized swimsuit is necessary to lessen thermal harm.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 12min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:33 am and sunset at 5:27 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 2.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Churchill are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in October translates into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Churchill in October?

During October, Churchill experiences an average high-temperature of 2.4°C (36.3°F) and a low-temperature of -0.9°C (30.4°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Churchill?

In Churchill, the average relative humidity in October is 82%.

How many days does it rain in October in Churchill?

In October, in Churchill, Canada, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout October, 36mm (1.42") of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Churchill in October?

In Churchill, Canada, in October, during 10.2 snowfall days, 33mm (1.3") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the water temperature in October in Churchill?

In Churchill, Canada, in October, the average water temperature is 3°C (37.4°F). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

What is the average length of the day in October in Churchill?

In October, the average day length in Churchill is 10h and 12min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Churchill?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, in Churchill, Canada, sunrise is at 8:33 am and sunset at 5:27 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Churchill have in October?

In Churchill, the average sunshine duration in October is 2.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Churchill?

The months with the lowest UV index in Churchill, Canada, are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Churchill?

In Churchill, Canada, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Churchill, Canada

Average temperature in October - Churchill, Canada
  • Average high temperature in October: 2.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (14.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-20.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: -0.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-25.9°C).

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Average pressure in October
Churchill, Canada

Average pressure in October - Churchill, Canada
  • Average pressure in October: 1012.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1020mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1010.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in October
Churchill, Canada

Average wind speed in October - Churchill, Canada
  • Average wind speed in October: 23.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (23.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (16.8km/h).

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Average humidity in October
Churchill, Canada

Average humidity in October - Churchill, Canada
  • Average humidity in October: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (96%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (71%).

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Average rainfall in October
Churchill, Canada

Average rainfall in October - Churchill, Canada
  • Average rainfall in October: 36mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (63mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (5mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Churchill, Canada

Average rainfall days in October - Churchill, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (0.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Churchill, Canada

Average snowfall in October - Churchill, Canada
  • Average snowfall in October: 33mm

The month with the highest snowfall is November (60mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in October
Churchill, Canada

Average snowfall days in October - Churchill, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in October: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in October
Churchill, Canada

Average sea temperature in October - Churchill, Canada
  • Average sea temperature in October: 3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March, April and December (-2°C).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Churchill, Canada

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Churchill, Canada
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Churchill, Canada

Average sunshine days in October - Churchill, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in October: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in October
Churchill, Canada

Average UV index in October - Churchill, Canada
  • Average UV index in October: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Churchill, Canada

Average cloud cover in October - Churchill, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in October: 76

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 87).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in October
Churchill, Canada

Average visibility in October - Churchill, Canada
  • Average visibility in October: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June and July (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (7km).

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