The rugged landscape of the Norwegian fjords
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October in Alta sees daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and lows of -3°C (27°F) at night. With around 66 mm (2.6 in) of snow/rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Alta. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Alta typically drop from around 7°C (45°F) at the start of October to approximately 2°C (36°F) by the end. Nights are very cold, with lows typically ranging from -4°C (25°F) to 3°C (37°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Alta spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
According to our 49 years of weather records for Alta, the following extremes were recorded between 1976 and 2025.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Cold weather calls for smart layering in October. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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