Gothenburg weather in October (Sweden)
What can you expect from the weather in Gothenburg during October? This guide provides all the details you need.
In October, Gothenburg generally has low temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 12°C. But by evening, they drop to around 6°C.
Gothenburg in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 101 mm for the month. Typically around 15 days of rainfall is expected.
The area enjoys a balanced 101 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Gothenburg. July typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, March, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Gothenburg climate page with graphs.
Gothenburg, monthly averages in October
Min Temperature
6°C
Max Temperature
12°C
Water Temperature
11°C
Chance of Rain
51%
Precipitation
101 mm
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
78%
Windspeed
14 km/h
Sunshine
101 hours
Percentage Sunshine
34%
Where to go in Sweden in October
Find out more about the weather in Sweden in October and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in Gothenburg in October?
Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. With a water temperature of around 11°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in October.
Interested in more climate information?
Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Gothenburg.
Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Sweden? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Sweden. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
