Hammerfest weather in October (Finnmark, Norway)

How is October weather typically in Hammerfest? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

In October, the weather in Hammerfest generally includes low temperatures and high rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 5°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 1°C.

Precipitation

Hammerfest in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 118 mm for the month. This month is known for heavy rainfall, so don't forget your umbrella to stay dry. Historically, approximately 13 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 72 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Hammerfest. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Hammerfest climate page with graphs.

 

Hammerfest, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 1°C  

Max Temperature 5°C  

Chance of Rain 43%  

Precipitation 118 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 71% *  

Sunshine 72 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Ittoqqortoormiit, Greenland (68 KM, 42 Miles).

Where to go in Norway in October

Find out more about the weather in Norway and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Hammerfest.

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