Miramichi Weather in October (1981–2025)

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October at a Glance in Miramichi

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
12.3°C
Avg Low
❄️
3.2°C
Avg Temp
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7.8°C
Avg Rain
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79 mm
Avg Humidity
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81%
Avg Wind
🌬️
0.4 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
2.3
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
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+3°C
temp difference
❄️Cool afternoons❄️Cold mornings☁️Cloudier skies🌧️Wet month🍃Light winds💦Humid air

Miramichi October Weather Overview

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Miramichi, with average highs near 12.3°C and lows around 3.2°C (mean 7.8°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 79 mm of rainfall and 81% relative humidity across the period.

Miramichi October Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Miramichi. Across 45 years of records, the warmest October in Miramichi was 2022 — when the month averaged 11.5°C — while the coldest was 1993 at 4.7°C. Typical October days reach 12.3°C with nights near 3.2°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.8°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp6.7°C→10.7°C+4°C
Max Temp11.4°C→15.8°C+4.4°C
Min Temp2.0°C→5.7°C+3.7°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.8°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.8°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.8°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

4.0°C–6.0°C7 yr (16%)
6.0°C–8.0°C19 yr (42%)
8.0°C–10.0°C14 yr (31%)
10.0°C–12.0°C5 yr (11%)

Miramichi October Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

October is about average for rainfall in Miramichi, averaging 79 mm of rainfall. The wettest October on record was 2006 with 181 mm, while the driest was 1997 at 25 mm.

Miramichi October Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Miramichi during October averages 81%. The most humid October was 2005 at 88%, and the least humid was 1985 at 76%.

Miramichi October Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

October receives about 2.3 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Miramichi. The sunniest October was 2022 at 2.8 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 1991 at 1.9.

Miramichi October Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Miramichi during October is 0.4 m/s. The windiest October was 1998 at 0.5 m/s, while the calmest were 2022, 2023 and 2025, among others at 0.3 m/s.

What October Feels Like in Miramichi

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Cold
Morning
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Cool
Afternoon
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Cold
Evening
Rain chanceModerate
Outdoor comfort★★☆☆☆

How October Ranks in Miramichi

🔥6th warmest month of the year
🌧️4th wettest month of the year
☀️8th sunniest month of the year

Ranked against the other 11 months using 1981–2025 averages.

Explore Miramichi Weather by Month

Miramichi October Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp6.5°C6.9°C7.8°C8.3°C10.1°C+3.6°C
Avg High11.2°C11.4°C12.2°C12.8°C15.2°C+4°C
Avg Low1.8°C2.4°C3.4°C3.8°C5.1°C+3.3°C
Avg Rain73 mm91 mm105 mm65 mm49 mm-24 mm

Extreme October Records in Miramichi

🔥Warmest October29.4°C2025
🧊Coldest October-5.8°C2020
🌧️Wettest October181 mm2006
🏜️Driest October25 mm1997
🌬️Windiest October0.5 m/s1998

Key Insights for October

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October temperatures in Miramichi have risen by about 4°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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October has ranged from a record low of -5.8°C (2020) to a record high of 29.4°C (2025).

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Rainfall in October is about average for rainfall, averaging 79 mm, with a wettest year of 181 mm.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Miramichi?

A good time to visit Miramichi

October is a good time to visit Miramichi, with days averaging 12.3°C and nights around 3.2°C (mean 7.8°C, warmer than Miramichi's yearly average) and moderate rainfall. July and August are marginally more temperate, but October still suits most travellers.

See Miramichi's complete weather history All 12 months side by side, 1981–2025 records, annual trends and long-term averages in one place. View full history →

Miramichi Weather in October — In Depth

☀️ October climate overview

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Miramichi, with average highs near 12.3°C and lows around 3.2°C (mean 7.8°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 79 mm of rainfall and 81% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in October

October averages 79 mm of rainfall in Miramichi, about average for rainfall compared with the rest of the year. The wettest October on record saw 181 mm (2006), and the driest just 25 mm (1997). Humidity sits around 81% and average wind speed is 0.4 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 2.3 kWh/m²/day.

📈 How October has changed

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average October temperatures have risen by about 4°C. Daytime highs moved from 11.4°C to 15.8°C and overnight lows from 2°C to 5.7°C over the same span.
October Weather in Miramichi, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202515.7°C10.6°C5.4°C29.4°C0.3°C38 mm77%0.3 m/s2.4
202414.5°C9.6°C4.7°C23.2°C-3.9°C43 mm77%0.4 m/s2.5
202315.6°C11.0°C6.4°C25.4°C-4.5°C45 mm83%0.3 m/s2.1
2022 🔥17.4°C11.5°C5.7°C22.7°C-0.4°C36 mm77%0.3 m/s2.8
202115.6°C10.8°C6.1°C23.7°C2.0°C39 mm81%0.3 m/s2.3
202012.2°C7.3°C2.5°C22.2°C-5.8°C94 mm78%0.4 m/s2.4
201912.7°C8.3°C3.9°C16.5°C-2.4°C52 mm82%0.4 m/s2.4
20189.5°C5.3°C1.2°C19.7°C-5.6°C74 mm79%0.4 m/s2.2
201716.6°C11.1°C5.7°C23.2°C-0.8°C46 mm77%0.4 m/s2.6
201613.8°C9.0°C4.2°C24.1°C-2.6°C59 mm81%0.4 m/s2.5
201510.9°C6.0°C1.2°C18.5°C-4.6°C39 mm79%0.4 m/s2.5
201413.9°C9.6°C5.4°C20.9°C-1.7°C61 mm82%0.4 m/s2.3
201313.1°C8.3°C3.4°C22.7°C-5.0°C30 mm80%0.4 m/s2.7
201212.8°C8.5°C4.3°C20.2°C-3.6°C119 mm84%0.4 m/s2.2
201112.3°C8.6°C5.0°C25.2°C-2.8°C72 mm84%0.4 m/s2.2
201011.9°C7.8°C3.6°C25.3°C-3.9°C94 mm81%0.4 m/s2.4
20098.9°C5.0°C1.2°C17.2°C-4.4°C127 mm84%0.4 m/s2.1
200812.0°C7.6°C3.2°C16.9°C-5.0°C91 mm84%0.4 m/s2.5
200714.1°C9.3°C4.5°C22.5°C-3.4°C80 mm81%0.4 m/s2.5
2006 🌧️11.4°C7.4°C3.3°C20.4°C-3.2°C181 mm85%0.4 m/s2.3
200512.6°C8.9°C5.2°C23.8°C-2.6°C168 mm88%0.4 m/s2
200413.5°C8.9°C4.4°C21.9°C-4.1°C52 mm82%0.4 m/s2.3
200312.5°C8.0°C3.6°C24.8°C-3.4°C143 mm80%0.4 m/s2.3
200210.4°C5.9°C1.3°C24.7°C-4.4°C51 mm77%0.4 m/s2.5
200114.4°C9.3°C4.2°C24.5°C-3.4°C53 mm78%0.4 m/s2.5
200011.7°C7.4°C3.0°C20.7°C-4.4°C105 mm82%0.4 m/s2.1
199910.4°C6.0°C1.5°C17.2°C-5.1°C80 mm81%0.4 m/s2.2
199810.2°C6.5°C2.9°C16.6°C-3.8°C138 mm84%0.5 m/s2.1
199711.2°C6.5°C1.7°C20.3°C-3.8°C25 mm76%0.4 m/s2.3
199610.5°C6.0°C1.5°C20.7°C-3.7°C92 mm81%0.4 m/s2.4
199514.1°C9.5°C4.9°C22.1°C-3.2°C88 mm82%0.4 m/s2.1
199413.4°C8.3°C3.3°C22.2°C-2.5°C29 mm76%0.4 m/s2.6
1993 ❄️9.5°C4.7°C-0.1°C16.3°C-5.3°C92 mm80%0.4 m/s2.2
199211.1°C6.5°C1.9°C19.5°C-4.4°C122 mm79%0.4 m/s2.1
199112.1°C7.8°C3.5°C18.5°C-2.4°C108 mm88%0.4 m/s1.9
199011.9°C7.6°C3.3°C20.2°C-4.7°C133 mm85%0.4 m/s2
198912.4°C7.4°C2.3°C20.1°C-2.8°C46 mm82%0.4 m/s2.5
19889.8°C5.6°C1.4°C23.5°C-4.1°C139 mm84%0.4 m/s2.2
198712.0°C7.1°C2.3°C18.4°C-3.8°C90 mm84%0.4 m/s2.6
198610.2°C5.3°C0.3°C16.1°C-5.0°C35 mm82%0.4 m/s2.3
198511.6°C7.0°C2.3°C19.9°C-5.0°C46 mm76%0.4 m/s2.4
198411.6°C6.7°C1.7°C17.3°C-3.6°C43 mm81%0.4 m/s2.4
198311.7°C7.2°C2.7°C23.6°C-3.3°C48 mm80%0.4 m/s—
198211.9°C6.9°C2.0°C19.0°C-4.6°C38 mm84%0.4 m/s—
198110.0°C5.7°C1.4°C15.1°C-4.8°C176 mm87%0.4 m/s—

Actual recorded October data for each year, 1981–2025 — sourced from NASA POWER.

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Miramichi October Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Miramichi in October?▼

The average high in October is around 12.3°C with lows near 3.2°C (mean 7.8°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Miramichi in October?▼

October averages 79 mm of rainfall in Miramichi, about average for rainfall. The wettest on record was 181 mm in 2006.

What was the hottest October on record in Miramichi?▼

The hottest October reached 29.4°C in 2025. The coldest dipped to -5.8°C in 2020.

Has October in Miramichi gotten warmer over time?▼

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average October temperatures have risen by about 4°C. Daytime highs moved from 11.4°C to 15.8°C and overnight lows from 2°C to 5.7°C over the same span.

Is October a good time to visit Miramichi?▼

October is one of the warmer months of the year in Miramichi and about average for rainfall, so plan for around 12.3°C daytime highs and 3.2°C at night.

Is October the coldest month in Miramichi?▼

Not quite — October is the 7th coolest month in Miramichi, averaging 7.8°C.

What should I pack for Miramichi in October?▼

For October in Miramichi, pack warm layers and a jacket for chilly mornings, with typical highs of 12.3°C and lows of 3.2°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Miramichi humid in October?▼

Relative humidity in October averages 81% — quite humid.

How windy is Miramichi in October?▼

Average wind speed in October is 0.4 m/s. The windiest October on record averaged 0.5 m/s (1998).

Which October had the most rainfall in Miramichi?▼

The wettest October on record was 2006 with 181 mm. On average, October sees 79 mm.

Where does this October weather data come from?▼

All figures are derived from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis, covering 1981–2025.

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Explore how the weather in Miramichi behaves each October, based on 45 years of NASA POWER climate data from 1981 to 2025. This page breaks down average temperatures, rainfall, humidity, wind and solar radiation for October specifically, along with year-by-year records and how the month has changed over the decades.