Østfold Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Østfold, Norway in October.

Thinking about venturing to Østfold, Norway this October and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Østfold in October

Østfold, Norway is a region in Norway. October in Østfold generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 12°C (54°F) and nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) in Moss.

To explore the conditions in Østfold, Norway in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Vortungen with an average of 79 mm (3.1 in) to high rainfall in Lervik with 103 mm (4.1 in). Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Moss.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more restricted in many locations in October. Moss sees roughly 85 hours of sunlight. Our weather planner can help you find destinations with more sunshine if needed.

Explore Østfold by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Østfold — and find the best time to visit. (based on Moss)

Best Places to Visit in Østfold in October

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

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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 Østfold

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Østfold, Norway?

Temperature range in Østfold (October)

Precipitation variation in Østfold (October)

Moss

In October Moss generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
12°C (54°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
149 hours
85 hours
62 hours
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Halden

In October Halden generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
11°C (52°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Fredrikstad

In October Fredrikstad generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
12°C (54°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
149 hours
85 hours
62 hours
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Vortungen

In October Vortungen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
10°C (50°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
3°C (37°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
146 hours
87 hours
63 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Gressvik

In October Gressvik generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
12°C (54°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
149 hours
85 hours
62 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions

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

Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Moss 12°C (54°F) 5°C (41°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Halden 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Fredrikstad 12°C (54°F) 5°C (41°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Vortungen 10°C (50°F) 3°C (37°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Gressvik 12°C (54°F) 5°C (41°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Sarpsborg 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)

Østfold weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Østfold, Norway in October?

In October, Østfold, Norway generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Moss sees daytime temperatures near 12°C (54°F), with nights cooling to roughly 5°C (41°F).

What is the average temperature in Østfold, Norway in October?

Daytime temperatures in Moss peak at roughly 12°C (54°F) in October, dropping to about 5°C (41°F) overnight.

Does Østfold, Norway get a lot of rain in October?

Not particularly. Moss averages just 97 mm (3.8 in) of rain in October, making it a mostly dry month for Østfold, Norway.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Østfold, Norway?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Moss, October may not be the ideal time to visit Østfold, Norway.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Moss. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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