Ranua weather in October (Lapland, Finland)

What can you expect from the weather in Ranua during October? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In October, Ranua generally has low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 5°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -1°C. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.

Ranua in October usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 62 mm for the month. Snow/rain is expected on roughly 19 days.

The city usually sees around 60 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Ranua. July typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Ranua, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature -1°C  

Max Temperature 5°C  

Chance of Rain 63%  

Precipitation 62 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Sunshine 60 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Rovaniemi, Finland (72 KM, 45 Miles).

Where to go in Finland in October

Find out more about the weather in Finland in October and which places have the best weather 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 Ranua in October?

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 in October.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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