October 5 is generally a great time to visit Vancouver. While there is a slight chance of rain (27%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 16°C weather. Vancouver is currently in its most popular travel window, meaning vibrant crowds and premium pricing.
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Essential Travel Info for Vancouver
Currency
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Language
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.389
Vancouver Weather Forecast for October 5
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 16.1°C. 27% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Vancouver in October
Based on historical data for October 5, Vancouver typically experiences temperatures between 9.5°C and 16.1°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. With a 27% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Vancouver
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
16.1°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
9.5°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
16.1°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
27%
Avg 2.4mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
62%
Overcast
Pressure
1017.2 hPa
Medium volatility
Vancouver 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
🔴 73 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 110 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 183 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
13°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
High
81/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~354
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Vancouver
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:19
☀️ Noon
12:02
🌇 Sunset
17:44
⏱️ Daylight
11h 25m
Wind Speed
9.6 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
7.5 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
82%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Vancouver
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
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, Vancouver on October 5 averages 16.1°C with a 27% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 88/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Vancouver Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Vancouver Worth Visiting on October 5?
Planning a trip to Vancouver on October 5? 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 16.1°C with a 27% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 354 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 14.3°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally lake-like with heights around 0.27m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest October 5 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 21.1°C in 2022, while the coldest dropped to 5.2°C in 2018.