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October in Tomsk averages 7°C (45°F) during the day and -2°C (28°F) at night. Quite a bit of snow/rainfall is typical this month, with around 60 mm (2.4 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.
October in Tomsk can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Tomsk typically drop from around 10°C (50°F) at the start of October to approximately 1°C (34°F) by the end. Nights are very cold, with lows typically ranging from -5°C (23°F) to 2°C (36°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Tomsk spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on weather observations in Tomsk between 1993 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during October.
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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).
We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Tomsk in October. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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