If you plan to visit St. Petersburg in October, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +46°F during the day and approximately 3 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 15 rainy days in the month and around 49 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
☀️
+46°F
Avg. max. temperature
+10°F
Min.
+66°F
Max.
49 mm
Total precipitation
83%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
3 ☀️
Sunny Days
11 ⛅️
Cloudy
15 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: St. Petersburg has OK weather in October.
Average temperature in St. Petersburg in October
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in St. Petersburg for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +63°F during the day to a minimum of +25°F during the night, the temperature in October averages around +45°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 57% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +59°F to +37°F.
Is St. Petersburg warm or cold in October?
St. Petersburg is typically chill in October.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +59°F to +46°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +45°F to +37°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 St. Petersburg:
Water temperature in St. Petersburg in October
Water in St. Petersburg in October is Cold. It varies from +42°F to +54°F, with an average of +48°F.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +46°F.
In October, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in St. Petersburg are reached in July, when the average sea temperature rises to +66°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +32°F.
Can you swim in St. Petersburg in October?
We would not recommend swimming in St. Petersburg in October, the water is very cold (+48°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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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 St. Petersburg in October
St. Petersburg weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
September
October
November
Avg. temperature
+59°F
+46°F
+36°F
Min. temperature
+27°F
+10°F
-9°F
Max. temperature
+82°F
+66°F
+54°F
Rainfall
54 mm
49 mm
22 mm
Wind
2 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+57°F
+48°F
+41°F
Humidity
80%
83%
85%
Air pressure
1012 HPa
1012 HPa
1012 HPa
Sunny days
3
3
1
Cloudy days
8
11
12
Rainy days
18
15
6
Snowy days
0
3
10
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 +46°F.As October arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 54 mm to 49 mm.Humidity rises from 80% to 83%.Winds are stronger in comparison to September, going up from 2 m/s to 3 m/s on average.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 3 sunny days during the month.
November brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in St. Petersburg in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 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 St. Petersburg is gradually decreasing during October, going from 5 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during October in St. Petersburg based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 61% chance of rain on an average day in October, with total rainfall of approximately 107 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 21 mm, which is considered light rain.October is a pretty wet month with over 19 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how October is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
St. Petersburg wettest month is July, where a typical day has a 52% chance of precipitation and 86 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 8 mm of rainfall per day.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during October in St. Petersburg based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 6% chance of snow on an average day in October, with a total monthly snowfall of approximately 46 mm.
Here’s how October is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last October in St. Petersburg?
This is the weather in St. Petersburg in October 2023:
1 October
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+59°F
2 October
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+54°F
3 October
🌧️
+59°F
4 October
🌧️
+62°F
5 October
🌧️
+54°F
6 October
🌧️
+48°F
7 October
🌧️
+48°F
8 October
🌨️
+40°F
9 October
☁️
+41°F
10 October
☀️
+42°F
11 October
🌧️
+54°F
12 October
🌧️
+52°F
13 October
☁️
+52°F
14 October
🌧️
+60°F
15 October
🌧️
+50°F
16 October
🌧️
+45°F
17 October
☁️
+42°F
18 October
☁️
+40°F
19 October
🌧️
+39°F
20 October
☁️
+38°F
21 October
☀️
+38°F
22 October
☀️
+36°F
23 October
☁️
+40°F
24 October
☁️
+38°F
25 October
☁️
+35°F
26 October
🌨️
+33°F
27 October
☁️
+32°F
28 October
☁️
+33°F
29 October
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+33°F
30 October
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+33°F
31 October
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+38°F
In October 2023 St. Petersburg had 3 sunny days, 14 cloudy days, and 12 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +45°F, with an absolute maximum of +63°F and a minimum of +32°F. The average humidity was 85%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 57%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 16 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in October?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how St. Petersburg climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in St. Petersburg in October has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1987 (+42°F) and the highest in 2020 (+52°F). The driest year was 1992 with only 268 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2022 with 866 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in St. Petersburg in October:
Is October a good time to visit St. Petersburg?
It’s always a good time to visit St. Petersburg, 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 St. Petersburg in October?
Not really, October is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in St. Petersburg in October?
Swimming in St. Petersburg in October is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is St. Petersburg rainy in October?
St. Petersburg is usually dry in October. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in St. Petersburg in October?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg, 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.