October 1 is generally a great time to visit Calgary. While there is a slight chance of rain (15%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 14°C weather. You'll find plenty of company in Calgary this month as tourism activity remains quite robust.
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Essential Travel Info for Calgary
Currency
CAD
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Language
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Driving
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.389
Calgary Weather Forecast for October 1
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 14.1°C. 15% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Calgary in October
Based on historical data for October 1, Calgary typically experiences temperatures between 3.3°C and 14.1°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.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Calgary
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
14.1°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
3.3°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
13.8°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Snow Chance
15%
Avg 0.8mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.4 cm
~15% chance
Pressure
1014.5 hPa
Medium volatility
Calgary Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
❓ Expect variable conditions. Have flexible plans and pack for multiple weather scenarios.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 62 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 93 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 155 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
7.6°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Canada
Flight Traffic
Busy
75/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~222
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Calgary
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:37
☀️ Noon
12:27
🌇 Sunset
18:16
⏱️ Daylight
11h 38m
Wind Speed
14.5 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
8.1 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
65%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Calgary
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 acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Calgary on October 1 averages 14.1°C with a 15% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 91/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Calgary Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
September 24
18.2°C • 9% rain
Score
95
September 25
18.1°C • 7% rain
Score
95
September 30
14.9°C • 14% rain
Score
95
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Calgary Worth Visiting on October 1?
Planning a trip to Calgary on October 1? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 14.1°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 1 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 22.8°C in 2020, while the coldest dropped to -13.1°C in 2019.