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During October, Kalmar experiences moderate daytime temperatures of 12°C (54°F) and cooler nights around 7°C (45°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 61 mm (2.4 in) is typical.
Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Kalmar typically drop from around 14°C (57°F) at the start of October to approximately 10°C (50°F) by the end. Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 3°C (37°F) to 7°C (45°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 Kalmar spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Our historical data for Kalmar spans 1976 to 2025, revealing these weather extremes.
Find out more about the weather in Sweden and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Sweden in October →
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).
The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in October, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. With water temperatures around 10°C (50°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Water Temp
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