October weather forecast
Pajala, Sweden

October

Weather in October

October is a chilly month in Pajala, with temperatures swaying between -1.5°C (29.3°F) to 2.5°C (36.5°F). As winter approaches, daylight hours lessen substantially. A dense layer of clouds compensates for the receding sunlight. Patches of fresh snow further alludes to the imminent arrival of glaring winter. Residents of Pajala start bundling up in layers as October exhibits the onset of a frosty season.

Temperature

October's arrival sees a clear drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from September's fresh 11.3°C (52.3°F) to a wintry 2.5°C (36.5°F). Pajala's nighttime temperatures in October reveal a minimal variation from the daytime highs, averaging at a subzero cold -1.5°C (29.3°F).

Humidity

In Pajala, the average relative humidity in October is 89%.

Rainfall

In Pajala, during October, the rain falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 27mm (1.06") of precipitation. In Pajala, during the entire year, the rain falls for 111.8 days and collects up to 419mm (16.5") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Pajala, Sweden, are January through June, September through December. In Pajala, during October, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 81mm (3.19") of snow. Throughout the year, in Pajala, there are 116.2 snowfall days, and 1187mm (46.73") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Pajala, the average length of the day in October is 9h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 17:51 CEST. On the last day of October, in Pajala, sunrise is at 07:28 and sunset at 14:51 CET.
Note: On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 02:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from CET to CEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Pajala is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Pajala are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Pajala in October?
During October, Pajala experiences an average high-temperature of 2.5°C (36.5°F) and a low-temperature of -1.5°C (29.3°F).
What is the average humidity in October in Pajala?
In Pajala, Sweden, the average relative humidity in October is 89%.
How much does it rain in Pajala in October?
In Pajala, during October, the rain falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 27mm (1.06") of precipitation.
How many days does it snow in October in Pajala?
In October, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout October, 81mm (3.19") of snow is accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in October in Pajala?
In Pajala, the average day length in October is 9h and 22min.
When are sunrise and sunset in October in Pajala?
In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 17:51 CEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:28 and sunset at 14:51 CET.
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October in Pajala?
On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. The next DST starts on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 02:00.
How long on average sun shines in October in Pajala?
In October, the average sunshine duration in Pajala, Sweden, is 4.1h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Pajala?
The months with the lowest UV index in Pajala are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.
What is the UV index reading in October in Pajala?
In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Pajala, Sweden, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October - Pajala, Sweden
Average temperature in October
Pajala, Sweden
  • Average high temperature in October: 2.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-8.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: -1.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (10.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-14.3°C).

Average pressure in October - Pajala, Sweden
Average pressure in October
Pajala, Sweden
  • Average pressure in October: 1011.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1004.7mbar).

Average wind speed in October - Pajala, Sweden
Average wind speed in October
Pajala, Sweden
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (11km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (9.2km/h).

Average humidity in October - Pajala, Sweden
Average humidity in October
Pajala, Sweden
  • Average humidity in October: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (96%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (65%).

Average rainfall in October - Pajala, Sweden
Average rainfall in October
Pajala, Sweden
  • Average rainfall in October: 27mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (59mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and April (23mm).

Average rainfall days in October - Pajala, Sweden
Average rainfall days in October
Pajala, Sweden
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in October - Pajala, Sweden
Average snowfall in October
Pajala, Sweden
  • Average snowfall in October: 81mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (204mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October - Pajala, Sweden
Average snowfall days in October
Pajala, Sweden
  • Average snowfall days in October: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (19.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Pajala, Sweden
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Pajala, Sweden
  • Average daylight in October: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is May (Average daylight: 19h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October - Pajala, Sweden
Average sunshine days in October
Pajala, Sweden
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (7.6 days).

Average UV index in October - Pajala, Sweden
Average UV index in October
Pajala, Sweden
  • Average UV index in October: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October - Pajala, Sweden
Average cloud cover in October
Pajala, Sweden
  • Average cloud cover in October: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 49).

Average visibility in October - Pajala, Sweden
Average visibility in October
Pajala, Sweden
  • Average visibility in October: 7km

The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, April and December (5km).

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