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Alkmaar in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Alkmaar in October 2026? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether October is a good month to travel to Alkmaar, Netherlands.

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Alkmaar in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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Alkmaar in October in summary
Fair weather
Min 11°C Max 15°C 115 mm 7 day(s) 85% 54% 18°C 7.1 h/day
Best activities in October
Gastronomy
Practical guidelines
High crowding 07:07 17:46
Hourly weather

Average weather in Alkmaar in October 2026

Fair weather

The weather in Alkmaar in October 2026 is based on statistical data from previous years in October. This allows you to forecast the weather in October 2026. Check the hourly statistics (6:00, 9:00, 12:00, 15:00, 18:00, 21:00, 0:00 and 3:00), with the associated average temperature, for the whole month, and also, by navigating the tabs, for the beginning, middle and end of the month.

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Climate

Climate of Alkmaar in October

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Alkmaar in October.

Temperatures and rain in Alkmaar in October

Average daily weather

Temperatures and rain day by day in October.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall

Monthly temperatures

The month of October is highlighted to compare it quickly with the rest of the year.
Minimal Average Maximums

Monthly precipitation

The bar for the month under study is highlighted.
Average rainfall

About the climate in Alkmaar in October

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Alkmaar in October

Check the seasonal normals in Alkmaar in October and compare the weather with the previous month and the following month (or the months of your choice by selecting months in the form below): temperatures, wind, rain, humidity, climate rating...

Last updated: 12/01/2026
Reference period for normals: January 2009 - December 2025
Month analyzed
October
Weather data September October November
Outside temperature
Average temperature 16.2°C 12.8°C 9.2°C
Maximum temperature 18.4°C 14.6°C 10.4°C
Minimum temperature 14.1°C 11.1°C 7.9°C
Record maximum temperature 29.0°C
(2016)
25.0°C
(2011)
18.0°C
(2020)
Record low temperature 8.0°C
(2010)
3.0°C
(2015)
-2.0°C
(2010)
Number of days at +30° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days at +18° 17 day(s)
(57%)
4 day(s)
(13%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days below 0° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 17.7°C 15.5°C 12.7°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 16.2°C 13.1°C 11.0°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 19.3°C 17.5°C 14.8°C
Wind
Wind speed 21 km/h 24 km/h 25 km/h
Wind temperature 13.1°C 9.0°C 4.9°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 108.9 mm 114.6 mm 102.2 mm
Number of days with precipitation 16 day(s)
(53%)
18 day(s)
(58%)
18 day(s)
(60%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 7 day(s)
(23%)
7 day(s)
(24%)
7 day(s)
(23%)
Record precipitation in one day 53.1 mm
(2017)
36.5 mm
(2013)
34.5 mm
(2019)
Other weather data
Humidity 85% 85% 86%
Visibility 9.4 km 9.2 km 9.2 km
Cloud cover 43% 54% 59%
UV index 4 4 3
Daily sunshine 10h 7h 6h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 06h15 07h07 08h03
Sunset time 18h56 17h46 16h47
Day length 12h41 10h39 8h44
Our opinion on the climate in October
The review of Where And When favourable weather fair weather adverse weather
Activities and events

What to do in Alkmaar in October?

Best activities in October
Gastronomy
Possible activities in October
Cultural visits and heritageFamily and attractionsNature and landscapesNightlife
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Alkmaar in October last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Alkmaar in October 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Clear/Sunny
9°C17°C0.0 mm
2
Partly Cloudy
9°C16°C0.0 mm
3
Patchy rain nearby
10°C14°C0.2 mm
4
Patchy rain nearby
12°C15°C8.3 mm
5
Patchy rain nearby
11°C13°C1.8 mm
6
Patchy rain nearby
14°C15°C0.6 mm
7
Partly Cloudy
14°C18°C0.0 mm
8
Patchy rain nearby
13°C17°C0.1 mm
9
Clear/Sunny
10°C16°C0.0 mm
10
Clear/Sunny
13°C17°C0.0 mm
11
Patchy rain nearby
11°C17°C0.0 mm
12
Cloudy
11°C16°C0.0 mm
13
Partly Cloudy
12°C17°C0.0 mm
14
Patchy rain nearby
13°C16°C0.2 mm
15
Patchy rain nearby
13°C15°C0.0 mm
16
Patchy rain nearby
11°C15°C0.5 mm
17
Patchy rain nearby
12°C14°C0.4 mm
18
Partly Cloudy
7°C12°C0.0 mm
19
Partly Cloudy
8°C16°C1.0 mm
20
Patchy rain nearby
13°C16°C1.1 mm
21
Light rain shower
13°C15°C2.8 mm
22
Light rain shower
11°C12°C4.3 mm
23
Patchy rain nearby
10°C13°C3.5 mm
24
Light rain shower
10°C11°C4.1 mm
25
Light rain shower
10°C11°C3.4 mm
26
Light rain shower
8°C9°C2.9 mm
27
Moderate or heavy rain shower
9°C11°C6.1 mm
28
Patchy rain nearby
10°C12°C2.8 mm
29
Patchy rain nearby
11°C12°C2.5 mm
30
Patchy rain nearby
10°C12°C0.7 mm
31
Clear/Sunny
9°C14°C1.3 mm
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Where to go near Alkmaar in October?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Alkmaar in October: your frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we ask ourselves before booking for this month.

It's an average period, nothing special. Conditions are mediocre in Alkmaar in October, which ranks this month 7th out of 12. The choice of region will make a real difference.

Expect an average of 15°C during the day and 11°C at night, with about 115 mm of precipitation spread over 7 rainy days.

The sea is only 16°C on average in October. Swimming is still possible, but it will be cool.

Expect about 7.1 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Gastronomy. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

Visitor numbers are moderate: this month is in High crowding, with an index of 65/100. It is often a good compromise between weather and tranquility.

If your dates are flexible, the most favorable months in Alkmaar are: May, June, July, August and September. Compare them before finalizing your departure.
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