Ruka weather in October (Oulu (province), Finland)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Ruka during October? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

The month of October in Ruka typically brings low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 4°C, while nights can cool down to about -1°C. Prepare for a very cold month by layering your clothing. It's always better to be prepared for the cold than to face it unprotected.

Precipitation

Ruka in October usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 62 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 20 days will experience snow/rainfall.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Ruka. July typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, May, 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 Ruka climate page with graphs.

 

Ruka, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature -1°C  

Max Temperature 4°C  

Chance of Rain 65%  

Precipitation 62 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Humidity 88% *  

Windspeed 11 km/h *  

* Data from: Kuusamo, Finland (22 KM, 13 Miles).

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.

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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.

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Barbeque

1/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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