October 1 is generally a great time to visit Quebec City. While there is a slight chance of rain (25%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 16°C weather. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Quebec City right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Quebec City
Currency
CAD
$ Canadian dollar
Language
English
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Driving
Right side
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.389
Quebec City Weather Forecast for October 1
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 15.7°C. 25% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Quebec City in October
Based on historical data for October 1, Quebec City typically experiences temperatures between 7.5°C and 15.7°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (25% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Quebec City
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
15.7°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
7.5°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
15.7°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
25%
Avg 2.1mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
62%
Overcast
Pressure
1018.2 hPa
High volatility
Quebec City Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 90% 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
11.7°C
Pleasant
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
High
89/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~42
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Quebec City
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:44
☀️ Noon
11:35
🌇 Sunset
17:26
⏱️ Daylight
11h 42m
Wind Speed
15.1 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
7.5 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
77%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Quebec City
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Quebec City on October 1 averages 15.7°C with a 25% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 84/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Quebec City 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
17.8°C • 29% rain
Score
90
September 25
17.6°C • 28% rain
Score
90
September 26
17.7°C • 27% rain
Score
90
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Quebec City Worth Visiting on October 1?
Planning a trip to Quebec City on October 1? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 15.7°C with a 25% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 42 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 21.7°C in 2023, while the coldest dropped to 4.2°C in 2018.