October weather forecast
Rimouski, Canada

October

Weather in October

October, like September, is a frosty autumn month in Rimouski, Canada, with an average temperature fluctuating between 8.6°C (47.5°F) and 4.4°C (39.9°F).

Temperature

The start of October comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a moderate 15.3°C (59.5°F) in September to a chilly 8.6°C (47.5°F). Recording a slight drop from the daily maximum, Rimouski notes an average low temperature of 4.4°C (39.9°F) in the month of October.

Humidity

In Rimouski, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.8 days and accumulates 68mm (2.68") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Rimouski. October is the first month it typically snows in Rimouski, Canada. Throughout October, in the average 3 snowfall days, it receives 21mm (0.83") of snow. Throughout the year, in Rimouski, there are 92.4 snowfall days, and 1071mm (42.17") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In October, the average sea temperature is 5.8°C (42.4°F).
Note: Taking a dip in 5.8°C (42.4°F) can be perilous. Submersion in temperatures under 10°C (50°F) triggers severe cold shock accompanied by hyperventilation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Rimouski is 10h and 48min.
On the first day of October in Rimouski, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 6:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

UV index

In Rimouski, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in October translates into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Rimouski in October?
During October, Rimouski experiences an average high-temperature of 8.6°C (47.5°F) and a low-temperature of 4.4°C (39.9°F).
What is the average humidity in October in Rimouski?
The average relative humidity in October is 80%.
What is the rainiest month in Rimouski?
The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 13.8 days and typically aggregates up to 68mm (2.68") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in Rimouski in October?
In October, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout October, 68mm (2.68") of precipitation is accumulated.
When does it start snowing in Rimouski?
October is the first month it typically snows in Rimouski, Canada. Throughout October, in the average 3 snowfall days, it receives 21mm (0.83") of snow.
How cold is the water in October in Rimouski?
In Rimouski, the average seawater temperature in October is 5.8°C (42.4°F). Swimming in 5.8°C (42.4°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.
What is the average length of the day in October in Rimouski?
In Rimouski, Canada, the average day length in October is 10h and 48min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Rimouski?
In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 6:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EDT.
How many hours of sunshine does Rimouski have in October?
In October, the average sunshine duration in Rimouski is 5.5h.
What is the UV index intensity in October in Rimouski?
In Rimouski, Canada, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. 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
Rimouski, Canada
  • Average high temperature in October: 8.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-7.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 4.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (13.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-13.3°C).

Average pressure in October
Rimouski, Canada
  • Average pressure in October: 1014.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1016mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1011.4mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Rimouski, Canada
  • Average wind speed in October: 15.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.7km/h).

Average humidity in October
Rimouski, Canada
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Rimouski, Canada
  • Average rainfall in October: 68mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (68mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (39mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Rimouski, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Rimouski, Canada
  • Average snowfall in October: 21mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (209mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October
Rimouski, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in October: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in October
Rimouski, Canada
  • Average sea temperature in October: 5.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (13.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (-1°C).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Rimouski, Canada
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Rimouski, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Rimouski, Canada
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Rimouski, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in October: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in October
Rimouski, Canada
  • Average visibility in October: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (8km).

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