Murmansk Oblast Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Murmansk Oblast, Russia in October.

Are you planning a trip a to Murmansk Oblast, Russia in October and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Murmansk Oblast in October

Murmansk Oblast, Russia is a region in Russia. October in Murmansk Oblast generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 4°C (39°F) and nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) in Murmansk. In numerous regions in Russia, October is marked by its cold weather conditions. If you're heading to these areas during this month, it's vital to be well-prepared. Dressing in layered and insulated outfits will ensure you stay warm.

For a closer look at conditions across Murmansk Oblast, Russia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Murmansk with an average of 63 mm (2.5 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Kolvitsa with 74 mm (2.9 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during October. Murmansk receives roughly 47 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

Explore Murmansk Oblast by month

Best Places to Visit in Murmansk Oblast in October

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

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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).

Popular Destinations in Murmansk Oblast

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Murmansk Oblast, Russia?

Temperature range in Murmansk Oblast (October)

Precipitation variation in Murmansk Oblast (October)

Murmansk

In October Murmansk generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
4°C (39°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly sun hours
91 hours
47 hours
7 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Kirovsk

In October Kirovsk generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
3°C (37°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Apatity

In October Apatity generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
3°C (37°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Kandalaksha

In October Kandalaksha generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
5°C (41°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
0°C (32°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Monchegorsk

In October Monchegorsk generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
4°C (39°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Murmansk Oblast, in Russia.

Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Murmansk 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Kirovsk 3°C (37°F) -2°C (28°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Apatity 3°C (37°F) -2°C (28°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Kandalaksha 5°C (41°F) 0°C (32°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Monchegorsk 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Kolvitsa 5°C (41°F) 0°C (32°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)

Murmansk Oblast weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Murmansk Oblast, Russia in October?

Expect poor weather across Murmansk Oblast, Russia in October. The popular destination of Murmansk averages 4°C (39°F) by day and -1°C (30°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Murmansk Oblast, Russia in October?

In Murmansk, the average daytime high in October is 4°C (39°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -1°C (30°F).

Does Murmansk Oblast, Russia get a lot of snow/rain in October?

Not particularly. Murmansk averages just 63 mm (2.5 in) of snow/rain in October, making it a mostly dry month for Murmansk Oblast, Russia.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Murmansk Oblast, Russia?

In our view, October might not be the best time to travel to Murmansk Oblast, Russia with often poor weather in Murmansk.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July offering mostly pleasant weather in Murmansk. The weather in January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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