Vancouver · October
Run in the morning.
Cool month: average high 56°F, low 47°F. Humidity averages 86% — the limiting factor on most runs. Expect 18 rain days — plan around the radar. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
Avg high / low
56° / 47°F
Humidity
86%
Rain days
18/mo
Wind
10 mph
What October feels like in Vancouver
Sunrise
07:35
Mid-month average
Sunset
18:20
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Vancouver in October
The kit for October in Vancouver: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
October vs the surrounding months
vs September
-9° avg high
+3 rain days
Vancouver in September →
October
56°F avg high
18 rain days
Best: morning
vs November
+9° avg high
-2 rain days
Vancouver in November →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Vancouver in October?+
Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
What's the average temperature in Vancouver in October?+
Average high 56°F, average low 47°F.
How does October compare to surrounding months in Vancouver?+
Compared to September (avg high 65°F), October is cooler. Compared to November (avg high 47°F), October is warmer.
Does it rain often in Vancouver in October?+
Expect about 18 measurable rain days in October, on average.