Mid-autumn · Weather & things to do
Whistler in October
Whistler cools off: highs slip to 50°F (10°C), from 63°F in September, with lows of 38°F (3°C) and about 8.1 in (205 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 43/100, 6th of 12.
- Avg high
- 50°F (10°C)
- Avg low
- 38°F (3°C)
- Rain
- 8.1 in (205 mm)
- Humidity
- 88%
- Cloud cover
- 71%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 27 min
- Comfort score
- 43/100 · Tough
What October feels like
Cool days top out near 50°F (10°C), better for brisk walks than lingering outside.
Lows average 38°F (3°C).
Expect regular rain: about 8.1 in (205 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around October
October sits mid-table; the best months are July & August.
- The year's biggest cool-down: highs drop 7°C (13°F) from September.
- Comfort slips from 79/100 in September to 43/100.
- Our Vancouver, Whistler & Victoria route recommends Jun – Sep, so October falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for October
- Insulated jackethighs only 50°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Whistler in October
With 8.1 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Araxi
Village restaurant focused on BC produce, oysters and a large wine cellar.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 8.1 in of rain.
Audain Art Museum
Forest-set gallery of British Columbia art, from Emily Carr to Northwest Coast masks.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 8.1 in of rain.
Bearfoot Bistro
Fine dining with a deep cellar and a minus-32 vodka ice room for tastings.
Why now Easy to slot in when October's rain moves in.
Brandywine Falls
70-metre waterfall a short walk from the highway, with a view over Daisy Lake.
Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre
Centre sharing the culture of two First Nations, with a longhouse and carving.
Nearby in October
- Vancouver in October~58 mi · highs 57°F, 9.2 in rain · 4°C (7°F) warmer by day, wetter
- San Juan Island in October~109 mi · highs 56°F, 4.3 in rain · 3°C (6°F) warmer by day, drier
- Victoria in October~118 mi · highs 56°F, 4.3 in rain · 3°C (6°F) warmer by day, drier
- Olympic NP in October~163 mi · highs 44°F, 7.8 in rain · 4°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~1,279 m to Whistler's ~674 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Whistler in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Whistler?
It's middling, scoring 43/100. The best months are July & August, at up to 90. Expect highs of 50°F (10°C) and 8.1 in (205 mm) of rain. Our Vancouver, Whistler & Victoria route recommends Jun – Sep, so October is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Whistler in October?
Average highs are 50°F (10°C) and average lows 38°F (3°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Whistler in October?
Yes: about 8.1 in (205 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 74.5 in (1893 mm).
What should I pack for Whistler in October?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 50°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Whistler in October?
Share this October plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.