October could be a good time to visit Turku, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +9°C, and there are typically 4 sunny days in October. However, expect about 15 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 60 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+9°C
Avg. max. temperature
-12°C
Min.
+17°C
Max.
60 mm
Total precipitation
85%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
4 ☀️
Sunny Days
11 ⛅️
Cloudy
15 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Turku has OK weather in October.
Average temperature in Turku in October
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Turku for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in October is +7°C with a maximum of +15°C and a minimum of -4°C.
The average maximum temperature goes down 37% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +14°C to +7°C.
Is Turku warm or cold in October?
Turku is typically cool in October.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +15°C to +9°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +8°C to +4°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 Turku:
Water temperature in Turku in October
Water in Turku in October is Cold. It varies from +2°C to +13°C, with an average of +8°C.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +9°C.
In October, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Turku are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +14°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of 0°C.
Can you swim in Turku in October?
We would not recommend swimming in Turku in October, the water is very cold (+8°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 Turku in October
Turku weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
September
October
November
Avg. temperature
+15°C
+9°C
+4°C
Min. temperature
-3°C
-12°C
-18°C
Max. temperature
+24°C
+17°C
+14°C
Rainfall
56 mm
60 mm
45 mm
Wind
3 m/s
4 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+11°C
+8°C
+5°C
Humidity
82%
85%
89%
Air pressure
1011 HPa
1011 HPa
1010 HPa
Sunny days
6
4
2
Cloudy days
9
11
11
Rainy days
15
15
10
Snowy days
0
1
7
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 +9°C.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 56 mm to 60 mm.Humidity rises from 82% to 85%.Winds are stronger in comparison to September, going up from 3 m/s to 4 m/s on average.The days becoming less sunny, going from 6 sunny days in September to 4 in October.
Next month (November) brings a further decline in the weather.
Wind speed in Turku in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Turku is gradually increasing during October, going from 3 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Turku based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in October is about 82 mm, with a 45% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 20 mm, which is considered light rain.October is a pretty wet month with over 14 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
October is one of the rainiest months in Turku, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Turku wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 55% chance of precipitation and 75 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 7% chance of precipitation and 8 mm of rainfall per day.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during October in Turku based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The total snow in October is about 9 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 Turku?
This is the weather in Turku in October 2023:
1 October
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+14°C
2 October
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+15°C
3 October
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+13°C
4 October
☁️
+13°C
5 October
☀️
+11°C
6 October
☀️
+13°C
7 October
☁️
+12°C
8 October
☀️
+7°C
9 October
☀️
+7°C
10 October
☀️
+10°C
11 October
☁️
+15°C
12 October
☀️
+10°C
13 October
☀️
+11°C
14 October
🌧️
+13°C
15 October
☀️
+9°C
16 October
☀️
+8°C
17 October
☀️
+9°C
18 October
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+4°C
19 October
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+3°C
20 October
☀️
+4°C
21 October
☀️
+4°C
22 October
🌫️
+4°C
23 October
☁️
+4°C
24 October
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+2°C
25 October
☁️
+3°C
26 October
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+3°C
27 October
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+1°C
28 October
☁️
+1°C
29 October
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0°C
30 October
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+2°C
31 October
🌧️
+7°C
In October 2023 Turku had 18 sunny days, 10 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +7°C, with an absolute maximum of +15°C and a minimum of 0°C. The average humidity was 84%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 56%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in October?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Turku climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Turku in October has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1987 (+6°C) and the highest in 2020 (+11°C). The driest year was 2003 with only 300 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2020 with 615 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Turku in October:
Is October a good time to visit Turku?
It’s always a good time to visit Turku, 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 Turku in October?
Not really, October is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Turku in October?
Swimming in Turku in October is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Turku rainy in October?
Turku 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 Turku in October?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Turku in October, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in Finland
Check out the weather for other cities in Finland.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Turku, 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.