What is the weather like in Turku in October?

Expect temperatures between 4°C and 9°C with 26% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Turku in October?

Turku in October scores 63/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Good option with minor considerations.

Who should visit Turku in October?

October in Turku is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers.

Turku Weather in October | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

9°C

Hottest around day 1

Avg Low

4°C

Coolest around day 31

Rainy Days

17days

26% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Autumn season

Sea Temperature in October

Coastal Waters(Ocean)

10.1°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

🥶Polar Plunge

Consider a wetsuit for extended swimming

Swim Rating

❄️Cold water hazard

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Coastal Waters

Ocean

Turku coastline

Essential Travel Info for Turku

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Currency

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Language

Finnish

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Driving

Right side

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Safety

Very High Safety

GPI: 1.439

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Remote

8/ 100

Traffic Index

Off the beaten path

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Key Connections

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Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

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COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Finland. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Finland.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Polio

In Finland poliovirus has been identified in the past year.Travelers to Finland are at increased risk of exposure to poliovirus.Vaccine recommendations: Adults traveling to Finland who received a complete polio vaccination series as children may receive a single lifetime booster dose of inactivated polio vaccine; travelers who are unvaccinated or not fully vaccinated should receive a complete polio vaccination series before travel. Children who are not fully vaccinated will be considered for anaccelerated vaccination schedule.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Finland.If rabies exposures occur while in Finland, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

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Is October a Good Time to Visit Turku?

👌Good option with minor considerations(63/100)

Short Answer

October brings winter conditions to Turku with 9°C average highs. The 26% precipitation chance may include snow. Essential: warm coat, layers, and waterproof footwear.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Very high humidity

86% average humidity

Cold sea - swimming challenging

10.1°C sea temperature - Polar Plunge

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Hantavirus, Parvovirus B19

Calm, family-friendly seas

0.32m wave height - Lake-like

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

79% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

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Beach lovers
Sea temperature only 10.1°C - too cold for comfortable swimming
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Elderly travelers
86% humidity creates difficult conditions

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Turku in October averages 9°C with 26% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Turku in October

What are the temperatures in Turku in October?

Daytime highs average 9°C, nights drop to 4°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Turku in October?

Expect around 17 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Turku in October?

Warm winter clothing: insulated jacket, boots, gloves.

Is October peak season in Turku?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Turku Weather in October