Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
October
Weather in October
Temperature
The start of October in Kiruna is characterized by a significant decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 9.5°C (49.1°F) in September to a wintry 0.7°C (33.3°F). Kiruna upholds a consistent average temperature of -3°C (26.6°F) throughout the nights of October.Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 87%.Rainfall
In Kiruna, during October, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 30mm (1.18") of precipitation. In Kiruna, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108 days and collects up to 373mm (14.69") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In October, in Kiruna, it is snowing for 13 days. Throughout October, 129mm (5.08") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 134.8 snowfall days, and 1187mm (46.73") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day in Kiruna is 9h and 16min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 18:03 CEST. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 07:46 and sunset at 14:58 CET.
Note: On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 02:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from CET to CEST.
Sunshine
In Kiruna, the average sunshine in October is 4.6h.UV index
In Kiruna, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 2 during October translates into the following guidance:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
How cold is October in Kiruna?
What is the average humidity in October in Kiruna?
How many days does it rain in October in Kiruna?
How many days does it snow in October in Kiruna?
How many hours of daylight does Kiruna have in October?
When are sunrise and sunset in October in Kiruna?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October in Kiruna?
How many hours of sunshine does Kiruna have in October?
How high is the UV index in October in Kiruna?
Average temperature in October
Kiruna, Sweden
- Average high temperature in October: 0.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-9.9°C).
- Average low temperature in October: -3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (8.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-16°C).
Average pressure in October
Kiruna, Sweden
- Average pressure in October: 1010.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1003.7mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Kiruna, Sweden
- Average wind speed in October: 11.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (14km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (10.7km/h).
Average humidity in October
Kiruna, Sweden
- Average humidity in October: 87%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and April (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (65%).
Average rainfall in October
Kiruna, Sweden
- Average rainfall in October: 30mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (53mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (20mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Kiruna, Sweden
- Average rainfall days in October: 8.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).
Average snowfall in October
Kiruna, Sweden
- Average snowfall in October: 129mm
The month with the highest snowfall is December (204mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).
Average snowfall days in October
Kiruna, Sweden
- Average snowfall days in October: 13 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (21.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Kiruna, Sweden
- Average daylight in October: 9h and 2min
The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 17h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in October: 4h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in October
Kiruna, Sweden
- Average sunshine days in October: 12.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (9.5 days).
Average UV index in October
Kiruna, Sweden
- Average UV index in October: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, April, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Kiruna, Sweden
- Average cloud cover in October: 56
The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 51).
Average visibility in October
Kiruna, Sweden
- Average visibility in October: 8km
The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (6km).
