October · Autumn · Humid continental — genuine four seasons with cold winters and warm summers.
What to pack for Stockholm in October
Dark, cold winters with snow and long, bright, mild summers across the archipelago.
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Climate at a glance · October
- Avg high
- 10°C · 51°F
- Avg low
- 4°C · 40°F
- Rain days
- 9
- Daylight
- 10h
Pack for Stockholm in October
Anchored on Stockholm's October climate.
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Local quirks & hazards
- Icy waterfront paths in winter.
- Only ~6 hours of daylight in December.
- Cool wind on archipelago ferries even in summer.
Dress & culture in Stockholm
- Minimal, neutral-toned style is the local uniform.
- Shoes off indoors in homes.
Leave at home
- Loud, logo-heavy outfits — Stockholm dresses quietly.
Stockholm month by month
Average high / low and rainy days. Helpful for planning a trip outside this month.
| Month | High | Low | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1°C · 33°F | -4°C · 24°F | 9 |
| Feb | 1°C · 34°F | -4°C · 24°F | 7 |
| Mar | 5°C · 41°F | -3°C · 27°F | 7 |
| Apr | 11°C · 52°F | 1°C · 35°F | 6 |
| May | 16°C · 61°F | 6°C · 43°F | 7 |
| Jun | 21°C · 69°F | 11°C · 51°F | 7 |
| Jul | 23°C · 74°F | 14°C · 57°F | 8 |
| Aug | 22°C · 71°F | 13°C · 55°F | 9 |
| Sep | 17°C · 63°F | 9°C · 48°F | 8 |
| Oct | 10°C · 51°F | 4°C · 40°F | 9 |
| Nov | 6°C · 42°F | 1°C · 34°F | 10 |
| Dec | 3°C · 37°F | -2°C · 29°F | 9 |