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Narvik in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Narvik in October 2025

OK Weather
Cool
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Cold water
October could be a good time to visit Narvik, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +7°C, and there are typically 1 sunny days in October. However, expect about 15 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 134 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+7°C
Avg. max. temperature
-17°C
Min.
+19°C
Max.
134 mm
Total precipitation
80%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
15 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Narvik has OK weather in October.

Average temperature in Narvik in October

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

The expected average maximum temperature in October is +5°C with a maximum of +11°C and a minimum of -6°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 59% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +11°C to +1°C.

Is Narvik warm or cold in October?

Narvik is typically cool in October.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +13°C to +7°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +7°C to +2°C.

Pack a sweater and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.

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

Water temperature in Narvik in October

Water in Narvik in October is Cold. It varies from +7°C to +10°C, with an average of +9°C. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +7°C.

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

The warmest water temperatures in Narvik are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +12°C. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +4°C.

Can you swim in Narvik in October?

We would not recommend swimming in Narvik in October, the water is very cold (+9°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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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 Narvik in October

Narvik weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+13°C+7°C+2°C
Min. temperature
-8°C-17°C-24°C
Max. temperature
+23°C+19°C+15°C
Rainfall
148 mm134 mm82 mm
Wind
1 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+11°C+9°C+7°C
Humidity
80%80%80%
Air pressure
1008 HPa1006 HPa1005 HPa
Sunny days
112
Cloudy days
799
Rainy days
21157
Snowy days
0612

October weather is still as ok as in September. It’s getting colder in October. From +13°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +7°C. As October arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 148 mm to 134 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 80%. Winds are stronger in comparison to September, going up from 1 m/s to 2 m/s on average. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 1 sunny days during the month.

November brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 1 m/s getting up to 2 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Narvik is gradually increasing during October, going from 1 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Narvik based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in October is about 69 mm, with a 39% 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 12 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
October is one of the rainiest months in Narvik, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Narvik wettest month is September, where a typical day has a 70% chance of precipitation and 148 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 7% chance of precipitation and 64 mm of rainfall per day.

Snow

Amount of snow in mm during October in Narvik based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The total snow in October is about 0 mm, with a 0% chance of snow on a typical day.

Here’s how October is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:

How was the weather last October in Narvik?

This is the weather in Narvik in October 2023:
1 October
🌧️
+11°C
2 October
☁️
+8°C
3 October
🌧️
+9°C
4 October
🌧️
+8°C
5 October
🌧️
+6°C
6 October
🌧️
+7°C
7 October
☁️
+5°C
8 October
☁️
+7°C
9 October
☁️
+7°C
10 October
☁️
+6°C
11 October
🌧️
+5°C
12 October
☁️
+6°C
13 October
☀️
+5°C
14 October
☁️
+4°C
15 October
🌧️
+5°C
16 October
🌧️
+7°C
17 October
☁️
+6°C
18 October
☁️
+3°C
19 October
☁️
+1°C
20 October
☁️
+3°C
21 October
☁️
+6°C
22 October
☁️
+1°C
23 October
☀️
+3°C
24 October
☀️
+2°C
25 October
☁️
+5°C
26 October
☁️
+6°C
27 October
☁️
+5°C
28 October
☁️
+1°C
29 October
☁️
-2°C
30 October
☁️
-2°C
31 October
☁️
+1°C
In October 2023 Narvik had 3 sunny days, 20 cloudy days, and 8 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +5°C, with an absolute maximum of +11°C and a minimum of -2°C. The average humidity was 84%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 60%. The average wind speed was 1 m/s, with a maximum of 3 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in October?

Climate Change over Years

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

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1981 (+5°C) and the highest in 1990 (+8°C). The driest year was 1980 with only 664 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1989 with 1620 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Narvik in October:

Is October a good time to visit Narvik?

It’s always a good time to visit Narvik, 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 Narvik in October?

Not really, October is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.

Can you swim in Narvik in October?

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

Is Narvik rainy in October?

Narvik 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 Narvik in October?

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

Other cities in Norway

Check out the weather for other cities in Norway.

Monthly weather in Narvik

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Narvik, 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.