Normal weather for Finland in October
It's cold in October in Finland with an average temperature of 8°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 4°C to a high of 12°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 0°C and 6°C.
In October, there is an average of 62 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. Of the total precipitation, about 2,4 cm falls as snow in October. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Finland in October |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
8°C | 21°C | |
 High Temp |
12°C | 26°C | |
| Low Temp |
4°C | 16°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
62 mm | 119 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
8 days | 13 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
2,4 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
1 day | 0 days | |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Finland with cold temps, averaging around 10°C during the day and nights around 5°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, go for a warm jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick jacket, sweater, and long pants.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps drop to around 8°C, with nights around 3°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers. During the day, wear a thick jacket, sweater, and long pants. For the evening and morning, we recommend a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Finland is around 6°C, while nighttime temps are about 2°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended. During the day, wear a thick jacket, sweater, and long pants. For the evening and morning, we recommend a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 3 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Temperature records for Finland in October
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Daily Temperature in October in Finland
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in October for Finland, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in October in Finland
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Finland, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect about 8 days of precipitation in Finland.
Daily Snowfall in October in Finland
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in October in Finland, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in October.
Daily UV Index in October in Finland
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Finland, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in October in Finland Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Finland, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total Precipitation in October in Finland Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Finland, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in October in Finland per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in October in Finland, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily Climate in October for Finland
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Finland. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Finland by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Finland. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
