October weather forecast
Kemi, Finland

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Weather in October

As autumn takes full course in October, the thermometers in Kemi continue to show decreasing numbers from September. The month is unique with its gusts of wind reaching a peak speed of 26km/h (16.2mph). Snow begins to make an appearance with the arrival of October, coating the city with a thin sheet of white. The daylight hours are reduced further, emphasizing the approach of winter. Despite the cool weather, the semi-frozen landscapes of the city paint a beautiful picture.

Temperature

Kemi's October weather shows a moderate shift in high-temperatures, falling from September's cool 12.2°C (54°F) to a wintry 5.4°C (41.7°F). In Kemi, October is characterized by an average low-temperature of 2.4°C (36.3°F), indicating a minor drop from daytime highs.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Kemi, in October, during 12.7 rainfall days, 37mm (1.46") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kemi, Finland, there are 127 rainfall days, and 472mm (18.58") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 4.2 snowfall days, it receives 33mm (1.3") of snow. In Kemi, during the entire year, snow falls for 98.7 days and aggregates up to 1035mm (40.75") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Kemi, Finland, in October, the average water temperature is 7.6°C (45.7°F).
Note: It is life-risking to swim in 7.6°C (45.7°F). Briefly staying in 13°C (55.4°F) waters feels unsettling, and temperatures below 10°C (50°F) might result in cold shock and loss of breath control, hinging on personal endurance.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 9h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:33 and sunset at 18:48 EEST. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 08:13 and sunset at 15:57 EET.
Note: On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 04:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from EEST to EET. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 03:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from EET to EEST.

Sunshine

In Kemi, the average sunshine in October is 4.2h.

UV index

January, March, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is October in Kemi?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Kemi, Finland, are 5.4°C (41.7°F) and 2.4°C (36.3°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in October in Kemi?

In October, the average relative humidity in Kemi, Finland, is 84%.

How much does it rain in Kemi in October?

In Kemi, in October, during 12.7 rainfall days, 37mm (1.46") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Kemi?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 4.2 snowfall days, it receives 33mm (1.3") of snow.

What is the sea water temperature in October in Kemi?

In October, the average sea temperature in Kemi is 7.6°C (45.7°F). Swimming in 7.6°C (45.7°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Kemi have in October?

In October, the average day length in Kemi, Finland, is 9h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Kemi?

On the first day of October in Kemi, sunrise is at 07:33 and sunset at 18:48 EEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:13 and sunset at 15:57 EET.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October in Kemi?

On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 04:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from EEST to EET. The next DST starts on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 03:00.

How many hours of sunshine does Kemi have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Kemi is 4.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Kemi?

The months with the lowest UV index in Kemi, Finland, are January, March, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in October in Kemi?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Kemi is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Kemi, Finland

Average temperature in October - Kemi, Finland
  • Average high temperature in October: 5.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-6.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 2.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10.7°C).

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Average pressure in October
Kemi, Finland

Average pressure in October - Kemi, Finland
  • Average pressure in October: 1011.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1013.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1004.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in October
Kemi, Finland

Average wind speed in October - Kemi, Finland
  • Average wind speed in October: 16.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (17.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (12.4km/h).

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Average humidity in October
Kemi, Finland

Average humidity in October - Kemi, Finland
  • Average humidity in October: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (71%).

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Average rainfall in October
Kemi, Finland

Average rainfall in October - Kemi, Finland
  • Average rainfall in October: 37mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (53mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (28mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Kemi, Finland

Average rainfall days in October - Kemi, Finland
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Kemi, Finland

Average snowfall in October - Kemi, Finland
  • Average snowfall in October: 33mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (228mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in October
Kemi, Finland

Average snowfall days in October - Kemi, Finland
  • Average snowfall days in October: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in October
Kemi, Finland

Average sea temperature in October - Kemi, Finland
  • Average sea temperature in October: 7.6°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (16.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January and February (-0.7°C).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Kemi, Finland

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Kemi, Finland
  • Average daylight in October: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is July (Average daylight: 20h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Kemi, Finland

Average sunshine days in October - Kemi, Finland
  • Average sunshine days in October: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (13.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in October
Kemi, Finland

Average UV index in October - Kemi, Finland
  • Average UV index in October: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, October and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Kemi, Finland

Average cloud cover in October - Kemi, Finland
  • Average cloud cover in October: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in October
Kemi, Finland

Average visibility in October - Kemi, Finland
  • Average visibility in October: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and April (7km).

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