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Malmo in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Malmo in October and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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October

Weather in Malmo in October 2025

OK Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Cold water
October could be a good time to visit Malmo, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +12°C, and there are typically 2 sunny days in October. However, expect about 18 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 66 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+12°C
Avg. max. temperature
-7°C
Min.
+22°C
Max.
66 mm
Total precipitation
84%
Avg. humidity
5 m/s
Avg. wind
2 ☀️
Sunny Days
11 ⛅️
Cloudy
18 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Malmo has OK weather in October.

Average temperature in Malmo in October

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Malmo for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in October is +13°C with a maximum of +20°C and a minimum of +2°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 44% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +19°C to +11°C.

Is Malmo warm or cold in October?

Malmo is typically mild in October.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +17°C to +12°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +10°C to +7°C.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Malmo:

Water temperature in Malmo in October

Water in Malmo in October is Cold. It varies from +9°C to +16°C, with an average of +13°C. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +12°C.

In October, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Malmo are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +18°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +2°C.

Can you swim in Malmo in October?

We would not recommend swimming in Malmo in October, the water is very cold (+13°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.

Climate in Malmo in October

Malmo weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+17°C+12°C+7°C
Min. temperature
-1°C-7°C-16°C
Max. temperature
+26°C+22°C+17°C
Rainfall
62 mm66 mm55 mm
Wind
4 m/s5 m/s5 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+16°C+13°C+9°C
Humidity
81%84%86%
Air pressure
1013 HPa1012 HPa1011 HPa
Sunny days
222
Cloudy days
111111
Rainy days
171815
Snowy days
002

October weather is still as ok as in September. It’s getting colder in October. From +17°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +12°C. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 62 mm to 66 mm. Humidity rises from 81% to 84%. Winds are stronger in comparison to September, going up from 4 m/s to 5 m/s on average. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 2 sunny days during the month.

Next month (November) brings a further decline in the weather.

Wind

Wind speed in Malmo in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 10 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Malmo is gradually decreasing during October, going from 4 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Malmo based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in October is about 96 mm, with a 58% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 14 mm, which is considered light rain. October is a pretty wet month with over 18 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how October is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Malmo wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 61% chance of precipitation and 82 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 24% chance of precipitation and 29 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last October in Malmo?

This is the weather in Malmo in October 2023:
1 October
☁️
+19°C
2 October
☁️
+20°C
3 October
☁️
+20°C
4 October
☁️
+17°C
5 October
☁️
+15°C
6 October
☁️
+16°C
7 October
☁️
+15°C
8 October
☁️
+12°C
9 October
☁️
+13°C
10 October
☁️
+17°C
11 October
☁️
+19°C
12 October
☀️
+14°C
13 October
🌧️
+17°C
14 October
☁️
+15°C
15 October
☁️
+13°C
16 October
☀️
+12°C
17 October
☁️
+13°C
18 October
☁️
+13°C
19 October
☁️
+8°C
20 October
☁️
+7°C
21 October
☁️
+10°C
22 October
☁️
+15°C
23 October
☁️
+14°C
24 October
☁️
+13°C
25 October
☁️
+10°C
26 October
☁️
+8°C
27 October
☁️
+9°C
28 October
☁️
+8°C
29 October
☁️
+12°C
30 October
☁️
+13°C
31 October
🌧️
+11°C
In October 2023 Malmo had 2 sunny days, 27 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +13°C, with an absolute maximum of +20°C and a minimum of +7°C. The average humidity was 85%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 47%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 14 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in October?

Climate Change over Years

This is how Malmo climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Malmo in October has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1987 (+9°C) and the highest in 2020 (+13°C). The driest year was 1996 with only 369 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2014 with 1052 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Malmo in October:

Is October a good time to visit Malmo?

It’s always a good time to visit Malmo, but the weather is changeable in October, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Malmo in October?

October has mild temperatures in Malmo. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Can you swim in Malmo in October?

Swimming in Malmo in October is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Malmo rainy in October?

Malmo is often rainy in October. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Malmo in October?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Malmo in October, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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Monthly weather in Malmo

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Malmo, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.