Stockholm · AutumnMonth summary
Stockholm weather in October
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
43°F – 52°F
🌧 Rainy days
35% of days
☀️ Sunshine
5.4h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Autumn
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
4.3/10
📅 📅 Best month
June (8.0/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Stockholm in October?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you want the lowest prices and minimal crowds.
❌ No if: you're looking for summer weather — conditions don't support it.
Our take: October is a difficult time for Stockholm. June (8.0/10) is much more favourable.
By trip type
Stockholm in October by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ❌ Not recommended
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ❌ Not recommended
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in October
Autumn marks the end of peak season in Stockholm. Temperatures drop (11°F) and rain returns (35% of days). Expect rain on 35% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌨️ January | 27°F | 34°F | 33% | 0.1in | 0.8h | 2.0/10 |
| 🌨️ February | 27°F | 36°F | 30% | 0.0in | 3.7h | 3.4/10 |
| 🌫️ March | 28°F | 41°F | 26% | 0.0in | 7.8h | 4.3/10 |
| 🌫️ April | 34°F | 50°F | 25% | 0.0in | 10.6h | 6.3/10 |
| ⛅ May | 43°F | 61°F | 28% | 0.1in | 14.1h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 52°F | 70°F | 33% | 0.1in | 15.2h | 8.0/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 55°F | 72°F | 38% | 0.1in | 14.6h | 8.0/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 55°F | 70°F | 40% | 0.1in | 12.1h | 7.5/10 |
| ⛅ September | 50°F | 63°F | 27% | 0.1in | 9.4h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌦️ October | 43°F | 52°F | 35% | 0.1in | 5.4h | 4.3/10 |
| 🌫️ November | 34°F | 43°F | 33% | 0.1in | 1.3h | 2.4/10 |
| 🌨️ December | 30°F | 36°F | 38% | 0.1in | 0.0h | 1.5/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In October, Stockholm averages 52°F, 35% rainy days and 5.4h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 4.3/10.
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Comparison
October vs June (best month)
The best month is June (score 8.0/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +10°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : -2%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +9.8h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Stockholm in October
Is October a good time to visit Stockholm?
October is not recommended for Stockholm (score 4.3/10). With 35% rainy days and 5.4h of sunshine, consider June (8.0/10) instead.
What's the weather like in Stockholm in October?
It's cool with 52°F daytime and 43°F at night. 5.4h of sunshine per day. Pack warm clothes and favour indoor visits.
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