Dalarna Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Dalarna, Sweden in October.

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Rättvik Stöten Orsa Falun

Planning a getaway to Dalarna, Sweden this October and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Dalarna in October

Dalarna, Sweden is a region in Sweden. October in Dalarna generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 6°C (43°F) in Grövelsjön to 10°C (50°F) in Avesta. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 2°C (36°F) in Avesta and -1°C (30°F) in Grövelsjön.

For a closer look at conditions across Dalarna, Sweden, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Avesta with an average of 59 mm (2.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Lima with 78 mm (3.1 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Rättvik as an example - it receives around 109 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore Dalarna by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Dalarna - and find the best time to visit. (based on Rättvik)

January-1°C (30°F) February0°C (32°F) March4°C (39°F) April9°C (48°F) May15°C (59°F) June19°C (66°F) This monthJuly22°C (72°F) August20°C (68°F) September16°C (61°F) October9°C (48°F) November4°C (39°F) December0°C (32°F)
Best Time to Visit Dalarna →

Best Places to Visit in Dalarna in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Dalarna.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Dalarna

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Dalarna, Sweden?

Temperature range in Dalarna (October)

Precipitation variation in Dalarna (October)

Rättvik

In October Rättvik generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
9°C (48°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
2°C (36°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
158 hours
109 hours
55 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
good
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Rättvik →

Stöten

In October Stöten generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
7°C (45°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
77 mm (3 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
good
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Stöten →

Orsa

In October Orsa generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
8°C (46°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
1°C (34°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
75 mm (3 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
good
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Orsa →

Falun

In October Falun generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
9°C (48°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
2°C (36°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
158 hours
109 hours
55 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
good
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Falun →

Lindvallen

In October Lindvallen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
7°C (45°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
good
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Lindvallen →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Dalarna, in Sweden.

Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Dalarna in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Rättvik 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Stöten 7°C (45°F) -1°C (30°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Orsa 8°C (46°F) 1°C (34°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Falun 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Lindvallen 7°C (45°F) -1°C (30°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Högfjället 7°C (45°F) -1°C (30°F) 75 mm (3 in)

Dalarna weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Dalarna, Sweden in October?

Dalarna, Sweden typically experiences less favorable weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Rättvik average around 9°C (48°F), and temperatures drop to about 2°C (36°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Dalarna, Sweden in October?

Average temperatures in Dalarna, Sweden during October range from a nighttime low near 2°C (36°F) to a daytime high around 9°C (48°F) in Rättvik.

Does Dalarna, Sweden get a lot of rain in October?

October is on the drier side in Dalarna, Sweden. Rättvik averages only about 67 mm (2.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Dalarna, Sweden?

In our opinion, October may not be the ideal time to visit Dalarna, Sweden due to the typically less favorable weather in Rättvik.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly excellent weather in Rättvik. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to be less favorable.

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