October 8 is generally a great time to visit Yellowknife. While there is a slight chance of rain (17%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 5°C weather. Yellowknife is seeing high visitor numbers, so iconic spots may be busier than usual.
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Essential Travel Info for Yellowknife
Currency
CAD
$ Canadian dollar
Language
English
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Driving
Right side
Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.389
Yellowknife Weather Forecast for October 8
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 5.3°C. 17% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Yellowknife in October
Based on historical data for October 8, Yellowknife typically experiences temperatures between 0.7°C and 5.3°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (17% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Yellowknife
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
5.3°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
0.7°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
1.6°C
❄️ Slightly colder
Snow Chance
17%
Avg 0.7mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.2 cm
~17% chance
Pressure
1009.9 hPa
High volatility
Yellowknife Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
✓ Weather is generally predictable, but pack for minor variations. A light backup layer is recommended.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 114 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 171 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 285 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
2.3°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
68/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~15
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Yellowknife
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:04
☀️ Noon
12:26
🌇 Sunset
17:47
⏱️ Daylight
10h 42m
Wind Speed
19.1 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
5.0 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
81%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Yellowknife
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.
Low pressure & humidity may aggravate joints.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Yellowknife on October 8 averages 5.3°C with a 17% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 42/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Yellowknife Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
October 1
7°C • 13% rain
Score
57
October 2
6.5°C • 12% rain
Score
54
October 3
6°C • 10% rain
Score
52
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Yellowknife Worth Visiting on October 8?
Planning a trip to Yellowknife on October 8? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 5.3°C with a 17% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 15 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 8 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 12.9°C in 2023, while the coldest dropped to -7.8°C in 2018.