Normal weather for Norway in October
It's cold in October in Norway with an average temperature of 9°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 5°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 166 mm of precipitation, spread over 18 days. Of the total precipitation, about 13 cm falls as snow in October. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Norway in October |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
9°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
12°C | 17°C | |
| Low Temp |
5°C | 13°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
166 mm | 115 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
18 days | 14 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
13 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
6 days | 0 days | |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Norway with cold temperatures, averaging around 11°C during the day and nights close to 5°C. Plenty of days with a chance of precipitation.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers. During the day, opt for a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick coat, jumper, and long trousers.
Mid-October
By mid-October, the average daytime temperature drops to around 9°C, with nights close to 2°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, wear a thick coat, jumper, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick winter coat, jumper, long trousers, hat, and gloves.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Norway will be around 7°C, with nights close to 3°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers. During the day, wear a thick coat, jumper, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick winter coat, jumper, long trousers, hat, 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.
Is October a good time to visit Norway?
After some sun? Then October isn’t the best time to be in Norway. There’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Norway in October
With 17°C, Norway hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in October 2023. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -1°C in 2016. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -9°C to a high of 13°C.
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The climate of Norway is based on weather data from Oslo. Other spots, like Lofoten, Vesterålen or Bergen, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Norway for a full picture of the climate.
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Daily Temperature in October in Norway
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in October in Norway, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Weather experiences in October in Norway
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Daily Precipitation in October in Norway
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Norway, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown 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 rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect around 18 days of rain in Norway.
Daily Snowfall in October in Norway
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in October in Norway, measured in centimetres. 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 Norway
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Norway, 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 Norway Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Norway, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in October in Norway Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Norway, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in October in Norway per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in October in Norway, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in October for Norway
Click on a specific day in October for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Norway. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in October in Norway
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Average Weather in Norway by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Norway. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
