Temperatures in October
It's cold in October in Swedish Lapland with an average temperature of 4°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 0°C to a high of 9°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -10°C and 3°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Swedish Lapland in October. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of October
The month of October starts in Swedish Lapland with cold temperatures, averaging around 7°C during the day and nights close to 2°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Mid-October
By mid-October, the average daytime temperature drops to around 4°C, with nights close to -2°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too. Wear a thick winter coat, jumper, long trousers, hat, and gloves.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Swedish Lapland will be around 1°C, with nights close to -5°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny. Wear a thick winter coat, jumper, long trousers, hat, and gloves.
Precipitation in October
In October, there is an average of 87 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. Of the total precipitation, about 26 cm falls as snow in October. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
The average precipitation chance is 32% per day this month. Though it seems pretty low, the weather’s variable. Some days have higher and others lower precipitation chances, which lowers the average.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in October for Swedish Lapland. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Swedish Lapland in October |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
4°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
9°C | 17°C | |
| Low Temp |
0°C | 13°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
87 mm | 115 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
10 days | 14 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
26 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
11 days | 0 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 1 this month. That's a low value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. The risk of sunburn is minimal at this time.
Temperature records for Swedish Lapland in October
With 16°C, Swedish Lapland hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in October 2018. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -11°C in 2023. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -19°C to a high of 9°C.
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Daily Temperature in October in Swedish Lapland
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in October in Swedish Lapland, 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 Swedish Lapland
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Daily Precipitation in October in Swedish Lapland
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Swedish Lapland, 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 10 days of rain in Swedish Lapland.
Daily Snowfall in October in Swedish Lapland
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in October in Swedish Lapland, 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 Swedish Lapland
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Swedish Lapland, 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 Swedish Lapland Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Swedish Lapland, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in October in Swedish Lapland Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Swedish Lapland, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in October in Swedish Lapland per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in October in Swedish Lapland, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in October for Swedish Lapland
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During the day, the landscape was lit up by the brilliant sun and at night by the magical northern lights. Although the cold was a challenge, it was worth it.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Swedish Lapland by Month
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