October 20 is generally a great time to visit Banff. While there is a slight chance of rain (15%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 7°C weather. Banff is seeing high visitor numbers, so iconic spots may be busier than usual.
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Essential Travel Info for Banff
Currency
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Language
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Driving
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.389
Banff Weather Forecast for October 20
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 6.6°C. 15% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Banff in October
Based on historical data for October 20, Banff typically experiences temperatures between -3.2°C and 6.6°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (15% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Banff
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
6.6°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
-3.2°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
4.6°C
❄️ Minor difference
Snow Chance
15%
Avg 0.6mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.6 cm
~15% chance
Pressure
1014.7 hPa
Medium volatility
Banff Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 83% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 67 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 101 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 168 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
3.4°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😕 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Canada
Flight Traffic
Busy
76/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~222
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Banff
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:15
☀️ Noon
12:28
🌇 Sunset
17:41
⏱️ Daylight
10h 25m
Wind Speed
9.8 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
7.3 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
80%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Banff
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Banff on October 20 averages 6.6°C with a 15% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 51/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Banff Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Banff Worth Visiting on October 20?
Planning a trip to Banff on October 20? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 6.6°C with a 15% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 222 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Canada, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest October 20 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 12.6°C in 2022, while the coldest dropped to -13.2°C in 2019.