What's the Weather Like in Stockholm in October
Guaranteeing enjoyment all year round, Stockholm, Sweden, impresses visitors with its majestic landscape, historic highlights and natural scenery. Vast green areas and numerous waterways ornament the city.
Temperature
In October, temperatures reach up to 10°C in the afternoon and drop to an average low of 5°C overnight. These might not be the highest of temperatures, but they are still nice enough to explore this breath-taking historic city. The overall average temperature this month is 8°C. With such balanced conditions, the city offers various outdoor and indoor attractions and events.
Sea Temperature
The sea temperature has dropped to a level that is unquestionably too low for swimming, now averaging a mere 10°C.
Sunshine
Even though the days are getting noticeably shorter, the sun still shines at least for 5 hours each day on average, which is not too bad at all considering this is the middle of the autumn season. The length of the days drops drastically in the course of the month, from 11.27 hours of daylight on 1st October to 8.50 daylight hours on 31st October. This 2.37 hour decrease implies that every day this month is 5.1 minutes shorter than the previous one.
Rain
The city receives 50mm of precipitation in total in October, an amount that is spread out over 14 days with rainfall. The chance that precipitation will occur rises in the course of the month. The beginning of the month has a 53% chance of precipitation; the end has a chance of 62%. Moderate rain and light rain are the dominating precipitation types this time of year, respectively occurring on 46% and 32% of the days with precipitation.
Snow
Snowfall isn't too common this month, but it does happen, especially toward the end of the monthhe chance of snowfall increases from 2% to 15% throughout October. Snowfall occurs on 12% of the days with precipitation.
The weather in Stockholm in October is crisp, fairly sunny and definitely enjoyable enough to go for extensive urban walks. If it does rain, there are countless museums to visit.
Hotels for Stockholm in October
Clarion Collection Hotel Tapto
Clarion Collection Hotel Tapto is an ideal accommodation for frequent travellers. There are 117 rooms decorated traditionally. Clarion Collection's breakfast buffet is exceptional and it is included in the price. The hotel also serves complimentary afternoon coffee along with homemade cakes, as well as an appetising evening buffet. There are additional restaurants on site. Clarion Collection is located near the Museum of National Antiquities, the Nordiska Museum, the Strindberg Museum, the Aquaria Water Museum, Skansen Open Air Museum and Junibacken, a location that is nothing short of phenomenal.
Scandic Klara
People visiting Stockholm in October should definitely consider staying at Scandic Klara. This three-star hotel features a bright design and even a glass-enclosed restaurant. This stylish accommodation is ideal for business travellers, being equipped with free Wi-Fi, conference facilities and meeting rooms. Tourists will find the facilities excellent as well, particularly the gym and sauna, and the atrium courtyard.
HTL Kungsgatan Stockholm
Also situated in the heart of the city, HTL Kungsgatan Stockholm features 274 guestrooms, all equipped with double beds and all modern amenities. Communal areas include a large lounge where guests can enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner; a heated patio and a funky bar. It also has a pretty fine location in a vibrant area filled with nightclubs, shops and dining venues.
Restaurants and Bars for Stockholm in October
Under Bron
When summer is over, the legendary Trädgården club is transferred to the indoor club Under Bron, which means "under the bridge." Housed in a two-floor wooden building, this epic nightclub features established and upcoming DJs and serves a variety of drinks at the bar. The atmosphere is permanently lively, while the crowd consists of a mix of people.
Icebar Stockholm by Icehotel
One of Stockholm's most renowned bars is Icebar Stockholm by Icehotel. This extraordinary bar is made entirely of iceiterally everything is ice, from the walls to the seats to the glasses. The only thing that's not ice is the drinks that are served. The temperature is constantly below freezing, so guests should definitely not forget their coats and hats when visiting this amazing venue.
Chutney
Vegetarians might want to head to Chutney in Södermalm. This excellent eatery has a wonderful oriental-style décor and its food is influenced by Persian and Asian cuisine. This is also a great place for a cup of coffee, a slice of cake or other baked goods.
Things to Do in Stockholm in October
Ballongdlyg i Stockholm
Hot air ballooning is a unique way to discover the city from abovehe beautifully colourful autumn landscapes are magical this time of year. Ballongflyg i Stockholm offers several hot air ballooning tours. After landing, guests have the opportunity to help pack up the balloon. As weather conditions affect ballooning schedules, it is wise to check with the company beforehand. In addition to this company, there are a couple of others that also organise balloon flights.
Tom Tit's Experiment
With more than 600 exhibits, Tom Tit's Experiment offers amazing attractions to fill the entire day. At Tom Tit's, water, air, sound, natural forces, the human body and brain are all matters of experiment. Throughout the centre, everything is hands on. Visitors can press, test, push, click, examine and feel. Tom Tit's Experiment will push the limits of your curiosity and will leave you wondering and pondering. Located at Södertälje, a town a short distance to the southwest of Stockholm, Tom Tit's Experiment is open every day and is worth the trip on a rainy October day.
