October 17 sees frequent showers in Tofino. Historical data shows a 60% chance of rain, so pack accordingly. Temperatures average 13°C. You'll enjoy Tofino with reasonable crowd levels and competitive accommodation options.
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Essential Travel Info for Tofino
Currency
CAD
$ Canadian dollar
Language
English
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Driving
Right side
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.389
Tofino Weather Forecast for October 17
"Rainy & Overcast. Expect average highs of 13.2°C. 60% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Tofino in October
Based on historical data for October 17, Tofino typically experiences temperatures between 8.7°C and 13.2°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants, umbrella to stay comfortable. With a 60% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Tofino
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
- Umbrella
Average High
13.2°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
8.7°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
12.7°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Snow Chance
60%
Avg 13.5mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.1 cm
~60% chance
Pressure
1015 hPa
High volatility
Tofino Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 96% 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
🔴 89 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 134 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 223 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
11.3°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😐 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Canada
Flight Traffic
Moderate
50/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~1
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Tofino
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:48
☀️ Noon
13:10
🌇 Sunset
18:31
⏱️ Daylight
10h 42m
Wind Speed
13.4 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
5.1 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
88%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Tofino
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
🌧️ Variable
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 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, Tofino on October 17 averages 13.2°C with a 60% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 65/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Tofino Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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Score
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13.5°C • 44% rain
Score
78
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📍 Is Tofino Worth Visiting on October 17?
Planning a trip to Tofino on October 17? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 13.2°C with a 60% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 1 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Canada, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 11.9°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally surfers only with heights around 2.55m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest October 17 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 16.9°C in 2018, while the coldest dropped to 5.5°C in 2024.