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Alesund in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Alesund in October and see if it is worth visiting.
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October

Weather in Alesund in October 2025

OK Weather
Chill
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Cold water
Alesund in October usually sees fair weather conditions, with an average daily high temperature of +52°F and roughly 2 sunny days. However, you should prepare for about 22 rainy days with an average precipitation of 226 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+52°F
Avg. max. temperature
+25°F
Min.
+72°F
Max.
226 mm
Total precipitation
76%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
2 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
22 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Alesund has OK weather in October.

Average temperature in Alesund in October

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

The temperature in October is +48°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +57°F during the day and a minimum of +32°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes down 79% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +55°F to +36°F.

Is Alesund warm or cold in October?

Alesund is typically chill in October.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +59°F to +52°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +50°F to +45°F.

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

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

Water temperature in Alesund in October

Water in Alesund in October is Cold. It varies from +50°F to +56°F, with an average of +53°F. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +52°F.

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

The warmest water temperatures in Alesund are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +57°F. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +42°F.

Can you swim in Alesund in October?

We would not recommend swimming in Alesund in October, the water is very cold (+53°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°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 Alesund in October

Alesund weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+59°F+52°F+45°F
Min. temperature
+36°F+25°F+19°F
Max. temperature
+75°F+72°F+64°F
Rainfall
230 mm226 mm197 mm
Wind
3 m/s4 m/s4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+56°F+53°F+50°F
Humidity
78%76%75%
Air pressure
1010 HPa1007 HPa1006 HPa
Sunny days
222
Cloudy days
566
Rainy days
232218
Snowy days
013

October weather is still as ok as in September. It’s getting colder in October. From +59°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +52°F. As October arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 230 mm to 226 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 78% to 76%. Winds are stronger in comparison to September, going up from 3 m/s to 4 m/s on average. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 2 sunny days during the month.

Next month (November) brings a further decline in the weather.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Alesund is gradually increasing during October, going from 5 m/s to 7 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Alesund based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in October stands at 58%, leading to total precipitation of around 299 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 33 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 wellies.
October is one of the rainiest months in Alesund, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Alesund wettest month is September, where a typical day has a 77% chance of precipitation and 230 mm of rainfall per day. April, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 53% chance of precipitation and 108 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last October in Alesund?

This is the weather in Alesund in October 2023:
1 October
🌧️
+55°F
2 October
🌧️
+56°F
3 October
☁️
+57°F
4 October
🌧️
+52°F
5 October
🌧️
+52°F
6 October
🌧️
+51°F
7 October
🌧️
+45°F
8 October
🌧️
+46°F
9 October
🌧️
+48°F
10 October
🌧️
+54°F
11 October
🌧️
+51°F
12 October
🌧️
+49°F
13 October
🌧️
+52°F
14 October
🌧️
+48°F
15 October
🌧️
+46°F
16 October
🌧️
+48°F
17 October
🌧️
+49°F
18 October
☀️
+47°F
19 October
☀️
+48°F
20 October
☀️
+43°F
21 October
☀️
+46°F
22 October
☀️
+50°F
23 October
🌧️
+50°F
24 October
☀️
+50°F
25 October
☀️
+50°F
26 October
☀️
+46°F
27 October
☀️
+41°F
28 October
☀️
+41°F
29 October
☀️
+41°F
30 October
☀️
+39°F
31 October
☀️
+36°F
In October 2023 Alesund had 13 sunny days, 1 cloudy days, and 17 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +48°F, with an absolute maximum of +57°F and a minimum of +36°F. The average humidity was 80%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 52%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 14 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Alesund climate has changed over the last 43 years.

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 2010 (+48°F) and the highest in 2014 (+53°F). The driest year was 1996 with only 1292 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2011 with 2856 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Alesund in October:

Is October a good time to visit Alesund?

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

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

Can you swim in Alesund in October?

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

Is Alesund rainy in October?

Alesund 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 Alesund in October?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Alesund 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 Alesund

Source of the data

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