Rovaniemi weather in October (Lapland, Finland)

What should you pack for a trip to Rovaniemi in October? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

The month of October in Rovaniemi typically includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 5°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around -2°C. It's a frigid month, so wearing warm clothing is crucial. Don't underestimate the cold; prepare accordingly.

Precipitation

Rovaniemi in October usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 58 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 20 days will experience snow/rain.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 60 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Rovaniemi. 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 Rovaniemi climate page with graphs.

 

Rovaniemi, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature -2°C  

Max Temperature 5°C  

Chance of Rain 65%  

Precipitation 58 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Sunshine 60 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Finland in October

Find out more about the weather in Finland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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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 this month?

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.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

Interested in more climate information?

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