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Tromsø Weather in October
Tromsø in October averages 5°C (41°F) during the day and 0°C (32°F) at night. Keep in mind that quite a bit of snow/rainfall is expected this month.
Rainfall in Tromsø in October
Typically, about 24 days will experience snow/rainfall, with an average of 138 mm (5.4 in) for the month. This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.
Temperature in Tromsø in October
Tromsø in October gets highs of 5°C (41°F) during the day and drops to 0°C (32°F) at night. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. With overnight lows of 0°C (32°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold.
Sunshine in Tromsø in October
The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 47 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.October in Tromsø has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
Tromsø Temperature in October
Min Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Max Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Chance of Rain
78%
Precipitation
138 mm (5.4 in)
Rainy days
24 days
Sunshine
47 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Tromsø Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Tromsø typically drop from around 8°C (46°F) at the start of October to approximately 3°C (37°F) by the end. Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from -2°C (28°F) to 3°C (37°F).
Average temperatures in October
Historical weather records for Tromsø in October
Browse day-by-day weather records for Tromsø spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Tromsø historical weather extremes in October
Our historical data for Tromsø spans 1976 to 2025, revealing these weather extremes.
- Tromsø recorded its highest October temperature of 17°C (63°F) on October 1, 2017.
- The lowest daytime temperature in October was -7°C (19°F), recorded on October 29, 1992.
Best Places in Norway in October
Find out more about the weather in Norway and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Norway in 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).
What to Wear in Tromsø in October
Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Tromsø 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. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.
What To Do in Tromsø in October
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming4/10 -
Cycling3/10 -
Walking3/10 -
Camping1/10 -
Outdoor sports3/10
Tromsø 3-Day Forecast
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Popular in October
Where to go in October - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Kristiansand
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9°C (48°F) Trondheim9°C (48°F) Oslo9°C (48°F) Tromsø5°C (41°F) Hemsedal
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