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Kostroma Weather in October
During October, Kostroma experiences low daytime temperatures of 8°C (46°F) and cooler nights around 2°C (36°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 71 mm (2.8 in) is typical.
Rainfall in Kostroma in October
You can typically expect 18 days of rain this month, averaging around 71 mm (2.8 in). With rain spread across many days but low totals, showers are typically short and light rather than heavy.
Temperature in Kostroma in October
October in Kostroma brings typical temperatures with highs around 8°C (46°F) and lows of 2°C (36°F). Cold conditions persist throughout the day, so warm clothing is important from the moment you head outside. With overnight lows of 2°C (36°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.
Sunshine in Kostroma in October
The month has fewer sunny days, with around 66 hours of sunshine.October in Kostroma has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
Kostroma Temperature in October
Min Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Max Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Chance of Rain
58%
Precipitation
71 mm (2.8 in)
Rainy days
18 days
Humidity
86%
Sunshine
66 hours
Percentage Sunshine
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Historical weather records for Kostroma in October
Browse day-by-day weather records for Kostroma spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Kostroma historical weather extremes in October
Our historical data for Kostroma spans 2006 to 2025, revealing these weather extremes.
- On October 3, 2024, temperatures climbed to 21°C (70°F), marking the warmest October day on record.
- The coldest October day was on October 22, 2014, with a maximum of -7°C (19°F).
- Peak precipitation in October occurred on October 31, 2012, when 28 mm (1.1 in) of precipitation was measured.
Best Places in Russia in October
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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).
What to Wear in Kostroma in October
Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Kostroma in October. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.
What To Do in Kostroma in October
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports4/10
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