If you plan to visit Stavanger in October, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +11°C during the day and approximately 2 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 23 rainy days in the month and around 225 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+11°C
Avg. max. temperature
-1°C
Min.
+22°C
Max.
225 mm
Total precipitation
79%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
2 ☀️
Sunny Days
5 ⛅️
Cloudy
23 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Stavanger has OK weather in October.
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Average temperature in Stavanger in October
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Stavanger for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +15°C during the day to a minimum of 0°C during the night, the temperature in October averages around +11°C.
The average maximum temperature goes down 47% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +15°C to +8°C.
Is Stavanger warm or cold in October?
Stavanger is typically cool in October.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +15°C to +11°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +11°C to +8°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 Stavanger:
Water temperature in Stavanger in October
Water in Stavanger in October is Cold. It varies from +10°C to +15°C, with an average of +12°C.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +11°C.
In October, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Stavanger are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +17°C. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +5°C.
Can you swim in Stavanger in October?
We would not recommend swimming in Stavanger in October, the water is very cold (+12°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
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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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 Stavanger in October
Stavanger weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
September
October
November
Avg. temperature
+15°C
+11°C
+8°C
Min. temperature
+3°C
-1°C
-9°C
Max. temperature
+27°C
+22°C
+16°C
Rainfall
194 mm
225 mm
206 mm
Wind
4 m/s
4 m/s
4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+15°C
+12°C
+10°C
Humidity
78%
79%
80%
Air pressure
1012 HPa
1009 HPa
1008 HPa
Sunny days
3
2
3
Cloudy days
5
5
4
Rainy days
21
23
21
Snowy days
0
0
1
October weather is still as ok as in September.It’s getting colder in October. From +15°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +11°C.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 194 mm to 225 mm.Humidity rises from 78% to 79%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 4 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 3 sunny days in September to 2 in October.
Next month (November) brings a further decline in the weather.
Wind speed in Stavanger in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 13 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Stavanger is gradually decreasing during October, going from 3 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Stavanger based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 58% chance of rain on an average day in October, with total rainfall of approximately 240 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 32 mm, which is moderate 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.
October is one of the rainiest months in Stavanger, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Stavanger wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 74% chance of precipitation and 225 mm of rainfall per day. April, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 53% chance of precipitation and 75 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last October in Stavanger?
This is the weather in Stavanger in October 2023:
1 October
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+15°C
2 October
🌧️
+15°C
3 October
🌧️
+14°C
4 October
🌧️
+14°C
5 October
☁️
+14°C
6 October
🌧️
+14°C
7 October
☀️
+10°C
8 October
☀️
+11°C
9 October
☀️
+11°C
10 October
🌧️
+15°C
11 October
🌧️
+12°C
12 October
🌧️
+11°C
13 October
🌧️
+11°C
14 October
🌧️
+10°C
15 October
🌧️
+8°C
16 October
🌧️
+10°C
17 October
🌧️
+11°C
18 October
☀️
+13°C
19 October
☀️
+9°C
20 October
☀️
+7°C
21 October
🌧️
+8°C
22 October
🌧️
+11°C
23 October
🌧️
+10°C
24 October
☀️
+12°C
25 October
☀️
+9°C
26 October
☀️
+8°C
27 October
☀️
+7°C
28 October
☀️
+7°C
29 October
☁️
+8°C
30 October
☁️
+10°C
31 October
☀️
+8°C
In October 2023 Stavanger had 12 sunny days, 4 cloudy days, and 15 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +11°C, with an absolute maximum of +15°C and a minimum of +7°C. The average humidity was 75%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 54%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 19 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in October?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Stavanger climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Stavanger in October has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+8°C) and the highest in 2014 (+12°C). The driest year was 1993 with only 1101 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 3278 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Stavanger in October:
Is October a good time to visit Stavanger?
It’s always a good time to visit Stavanger, 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 Stavanger in October?
Not really, October is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Stavanger in October?
Swimming in Stavanger in October is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Stavanger rainy in October?
Stavanger 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 Stavanger in October?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Stavanger in October, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Stavanger, 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.
