Saint Petersburg Weather in October
Thinking of visiting Saint Petersburg in October? Expect low temperatures reaching 9°C (48°F) during the day, dropping to 3°C (37°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.
Rainfall in Saint Petersburg in October
You can expect rain on around 17 days based on historical patterns, with 68 mm (2.7 in) average for the month. Rain is frequent but mostly light this month, with brief showers more common than heavy downpours.
Temperature in Saint Petersburg in October
In October, Saint Petersburg sees low temperatures, with highs of 9°C (48°F). Nights drop to around 3°C (37°F). Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. Nights drop to 3°C (37°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.
Sunshine in Saint Petersburg in October
The city usually sees around 71 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. June, July and August typically offer the best weather for Saint Petersburg.
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Saint Petersburg Temperature in October
Min Temperature
3°C (37°F)
Max Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Chance of Rain
58%
Precipitation
68 mm (2.7 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Humidity
83%
Sunshine
71 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Saint Petersburg typically drop from around 12°C (54°F) at the start of October to approximately 5°C (41°F) by the end. Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 0°C (32°F) to 5°C (41°F).
Average temperatures in October
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in October
Historical weather for Saint Petersburg in October
Browse day-by-day weather records for Saint Petersburg spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Saint Petersburg historical weather extremes in October
Based on 49 years of weather observations (1976-2025), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Saint Petersburg.
- On October 4, 1999, temperatures climbed to 21°C (70°F), marking the warmest October day on record.
- On October 30, 1979, Saint Petersburg saw its coldest October day with temperatures maxing out at -6°C (21°F).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in October was -11°C (12°F) (October 24, 2002).
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What to Wear in Saint Petersburg in October
Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Saint Petersburg in October. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.What To Do in Saint Petersburg in October
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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