Sweden Stockholm Weather in October — Climate Guide
October in Stockholm is moderate
Stockholm Weather in October — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 10° / 5°
- Rainfall
- 50mm · 11 days
- Crowds
- Moderate
As of 2026, Stockholm in October averages a high of 10°C and low of 5°C with 50mm of rain over about 11 days. Mid-autumn — light wool coat or padded jacket, knit sweater + tee under, scarf, waterproof shoes (rain 11 days). Umbrella + compact gloves for chilly mornings. Cardigan layer indoors for café temperature shifts.
October is moderate for Stockholm.
October is when Stockholm leans into its autumn-poetic mood — foliage peaks in Djurgården and Hagaparken mid-month, cafés double down on warm fika, and Cinnamon Bun Day (Oct 4) is a national-pastry celebration where every bakery sells out by mid-afternoon. The atmospheric trade-off is real weather decline: rain 11 days, daylight drops to 10 hours by month-end, and the clocks falling back (last Sunday) makes sunset 17:00 feel like 18:00 felt yesterday. Embrace the candlelit-café season.
Travel score
Foliage peak + Cinnamon Bun Day + candlelit-café season opens
October Weather at a Glance
October averages 50°F / 10°C highs and 41°F / 5°C lows with 50mm rainfall over 11 wet days. Humidity 82% (climbing). Sunshine 3h daily. Daylight drops dramatically — 10h 40min by month-end (sunrise 07:15, sunset 17:55). Clocks fall back on the last Sunday of October, cutting an hour of evening daylight. Foliage in Djurgården + Hagaparken peaks around mid-month. Sea-temp 11°C — swimming over for the year.
October Travel Advice
Cinnamon Bun Day (Oct 4) is when every Stockholm bakery sells out by mid-afternoon — Vete-Katten + Café Saturnus + Bröd & Salt all stock up the morning of. Foliage peak around Oct 15 — Djurgården walk Vasa → Skansen → Rosendals Trädgård is the canonical route. Pre-book Vasa Museum online; even October has 20-min walk-up queues. Waterproof shoes + compact umbrella mandatory.
October Pricing Trends
Shoulder pricing: Grand Hôtel $450-750/night, mid-range 4-star $170-280. Flights from Seoul $900-1,300. October is value sweet spot before Nov-Dec Christmas market premium.
Stockholm October Weather Stats
Avg High
10°C
Avg Low
5°C
Rainy Days
11
50mm total
Sunshine
3h
Daily avg
Humidity
82%
humid
UV Index
2
Low
Wind
11 km/h
Gusts 30
Sea Temp
11°C
no swimming
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
October Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
17 μg/m³
PM10
30 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
9°C
Nighttime
4°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
11 km/h
Max gust 30 km/h
Activities Recommended for October
October Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Cinnamon Bun Day (Oct 4) — national pastry celebration
- Foliage peak in Djurgården + Hagaparken mid-month
- Crowds dropping further
- Cheaper than summer (25-30% off)
- Indoor museum + Michelin season starts
- Cosy candlelit-café atmosphere
Cons
- 10/5°C — cool to cold
- Rain 11 days/month
- Daylight drops to 10h (sunrise 07:15, sunset 17:55)
- Daylight saving cuts an hour late month
- Sea-temp 11°C swimming over
- Outdoor sightseeing weather-dependent
October Events & Festivals
- Kanelbullens Dag (Cinnamon Bun Day, Oct 4)
- Foliage peak mid-month
- Stockholm Open tennis (varies)
- Stockholm International Film Festival continues
- Daylight saving ends (clocks back, last Sunday)
Stockholm in October — Full Picture
October is when Stockholm leans into its autumn-poetic mood — foliage peaks in Djurgården and Hagaparken mid-month, cafés double down on warm fika, and Cinnamon Bun Day (Oct 4) is a national-pastry celebration where every bakery sells out by mid-afternoon. The atmospheric trade-off is real weather decline: rain 11 days, daylight drops to 10 hours by month-end, and the clocks falling back (last Sunday) makes sunset 17:00 feel like 18:00 felt yesterday. Embrace the candlelit-café season.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Mid-autumn — light wool coat or padded jacket, knit sweater + tee under, scarf, waterproof shoes (rain 11 days). Umbrella + compact gloves for chilly mornings. Cardigan layer indoors for café temperature shifts.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
9.3°C
1.7°C
8/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
21°C
12.7°C
9/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current10.3°C
5°C
10.7/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
0°C
-4.3°C
9.3/mo
Stockholm Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -1° | -5° | 10d·40mm | 1h | 86% | 0 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 0° | -5° | 8d·30mm | 2h | 84% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 4° | -2° | 9d·30mm | 4h | 78% | 2 | Quiet | Shoulder | |
| 9° | 1° | 8d·30mm | 6h | 72% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| May (Best) | 15° | 6° | 7d·30mm | 9h | 65% | 4 | Busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 20° | 11° | 8d·45mm | 10h | 65% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 22° | 14° | 9d·60mm | 9h | 67% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 21° | 13° | 10d·65mm | 7h | 70% | 4 | Very busy | Peak |
| 16° | 9° | 10d·55mm | 5h | 76% | 3 | Busy | Peak | |
| 10° | 5° | 11d·50mm | 3h | 82% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 5° | 1° | 11d·55mm | 1h | 87% | 1 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| December (Best) | 1° | -3° | 10d·45mm | 1h | 88% | 0 | Very busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is October a good time to visit Stockholm?
Stockholm in October is moderate. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Stockholm in October?
Stockholm October averages a high of 10°C and a low of 5°C.
Does it rain much in Stockholm in October?
Stockholm October averages 50mm of rainfall over about 11 rainy days.
What should I wear in Stockholm in October?
Mid-autumn — light wool coat or padded jacket, knit sweater + tee under, scarf, waterproof shoes (rain 11 days). Umbrella + compact gloves for chilly mornings. Cardigan layer indoors for café temperature shifts.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Stockholm in October?
Stockholm October sunrise is 07:15 and sunset is 17:55, with 10h 40min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Stockholm in October?
Stockholm October air quality (AQI) averages 48, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 17μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Stockholm in October?
In October, Stockholm is great for Cinnamon Bun Day fika at Vete-Katten (Oct 4), Djurgården foliage walk + Vasa + ABBA + Skansen, Nordic + Nationalmuseum indoor circuit.
Is October peak season in Stockholm?
Stockholm October crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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