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Paltamo Weather in October

During October, Paltamo experiences low daytime temperatures of 6°C (43°F) and cooler nights around 0°C (32°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 68 mm (2.7 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Paltamo in October

Historically, approximately 19 days this month are expected to have rain, averaging 68 mm (2.7 in). With rain spread across many days but low totals, showers are typically short and light rather than heavy.

Temperature in Paltamo in October

In October, expect low temperatures in Paltamo, with highs of 6°C (43°F) and lows of 0°C (32°F) at night. Cold conditions persist throughout the day, so warm clothing is important from the moment you head outside. With lows around 0°C (32°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Paltamo in October

The city usually sees around 56 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

Wind Speed in Paltamo in October

Wind speeds average 3 m/s (6 knots) during October. At this speed, light breezes keep leaves and small twigs in gentle motion while the wind also provides natural cooling. Since this is an average, some days are more tranquil while others have more persistent light winds that are more noticeable.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. July typically offers the best weather for Paltamo.

Paltamo Temperature in October

Min Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Max Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Chance of Rain
63%
Precipitation
68 mm (2.7 in)
Rainy days
19 days
Humidity
87% *
Windspeed
3 m/s (6 knots) *
Sunshine
56 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
18% *
* Data from: Kajaani, Finland (15 KM, 9 Miles).

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Best Places in Finland 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 Paltamo in October

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Paltamo in October. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Paltamo in October

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

  • Swimming
    4/10
  • Cycling
    3/10
  • Walking
    3/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    3/10

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