What October feels like in Gothenburg
Mid-autumn arrives in Gothenburg with October. Days are chilly rather than freezing, and walking is comfortable with a proper jacket. There is little difference between day and night: nights are cold, and evenings feel much like the afternoon. Moisture in the air gives the cold a damp edge.
Rain in Gothenburg in October
October is persistently wet here: some rain falls on about every other day. Wet days average about 6.7 mm (0.3 in), enough to soak you without an umbrella. Across the year Gothenburg averages about 6.4 mm per rainy day, so October is typical. It is among the three wettest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in October
In mid-October, sunrise is at about 7:44 am and sunset at about 6:11 pm (local time) — 10 h 27 min of daylight. Compared with mid-September, the day has lost 2 h 28 min. Measured sunshine covers about 51% of the daylight — sun and cloud share the day.
How October compares to the rest of the year
In Gothenburg's temperature order, October sits as the 6th warmest month. Against September, the average high is 5.2°C (9.4°F) lower, with 8 mm more rain. The cooling trend carries on into November. By November, typical highs are 6.8°C (44.2°F).
Who October suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — rain falls on more than half the days.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — too cool to sit outside for long.
- Beach: less ideal — the sea air is too cool.
- Museums & indoor: a good choice — with rain on most days, galleries and museums make easy plans.
Tips for visiting Gothenburg in October
Rain Protection
A packable rain jacket saves the day on showery afternoons.
Warm Layers
A warm jacket, a hat and gloves for cold mornings and evenings.
Quick questions
How warm is Gothenburg in October?
Expect around 11.4°C (52.5°F) in the afternoon and 6.9°C (44.4°F) at night, which most visitors would call chilly.
Does it rain a lot in Gothenburg in October?
It does: about 16 rainy days bring roughly 107 mm, so plan some indoor options.
What should I wear in Gothenburg in October?
The numbers point to rain protection and warm layers. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is October or November better for visiting Gothenburg?
On our 12-month climate ranking, November comes out ahead (#8 of 12 vs #9). November is cooler and has fewer rainy days.