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Groningen in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Groningen 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 Groningen, Netherlands.

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Groningen in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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Groningen in October in summary
Fair weather
Min 9°C Max 14°C 66 mm 4 day(s) 90% 56% 18°C 6.7 h/day
Best activities in October
Cultural visits and heritageGastronomy
Practical guidelines
High crowding 07:01 17:38
Hourly weather

Average weather in Groningen in October 2026

Fair weather

The weather in Groningen 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 Groningen in October

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

Temperatures and rain in Groningen 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 Groningen in October

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Groningen in October

Check the seasonal normals in Groningen 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 15.4°C 11.7°C 7.7°C
Maximum temperature 18.4°C 14.0°C 9.4°C
Minimum temperature 12.5°C 9.3°C 6.1°C
Record maximum temperature 29.0°C
(2016)
25.0°C
(2011)
18.0°C
(2020)
Record low temperature 6.0°C
(2010)
2.0°C
(2015)
-5.0°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%)
2 day(s)
(7%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 17.8°C 15.2°C 12.2°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 15.9°C 12.5°C 10.5°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 19.4°C 17.8°C 14.2°C
Wind
Wind speed 19 km/h 22 km/h 22 km/h
Wind temperature 11.3°C 6.9°C 2.9°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 65.0 mm 65.9 mm 60.5 mm
Number of days with precipitation 17 day(s)
(57%)
18 day(s)
(58%)
17 day(s)
(57%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 4 day(s)
(14%)
4 day(s)
(13%)
4 day(s)
(13%)
Record precipitation in one day 26.8 mm
(2013)
18.5 mm
(2013)
28.0 mm
(2015)
Other weather data
Humidity 89% 90% 91%
Visibility 9.1 km 9.1 km 9.0 km
Cloud cover 45% 56% 59%
UV index 4 3 2
Daily sunshine 10h 7h 6h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 06h08 07h01 07h59
Sunset time 18h49 17h38 16h37
Day length 12h41 10h37 8h38
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 Groningen in October?

Best activities in October
Cultural visits and heritageGastronomy
Possible activities in October
Family and attractionsNature and landscapesNightlife
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Groningen in October last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Overcast
7°C15°C0.0 mm
2
Partly Cloudy
5°C16°C0.0 mm
3
Partly Cloudy
9°C13°C0.0 mm
4
Light rain shower
11°C12°C9.5 mm
5
Light rain shower
10°C12°C0.9 mm
6
Patchy rain nearby
12°C15°C0.2 mm
7
Cloudy
12°C18°C0.0 mm
8
Patchy rain nearby
11°C17°C0.0 mm
9
Overcast
9°C16°C0.0 mm
10
Partly Cloudy
11°C17°C0.0 mm
11
Patchy rain nearby
11°C16°C0.0 mm
12
Overcast
12°C16°C0.0 mm
13
Patchy rain nearby
14°C16°C0.0 mm
14
Patchy rain nearby
13°C15°C0.1 mm
15
Patchy rain nearby
9°C14°C0.0 mm
16
Patchy rain nearby
11°C15°C0.5 mm
17
Patchy rain nearby
11°C13°C0.2 mm
18
Clear/Sunny
5°C11°C0.0 mm
19
Cloudy
5°C13°C0.2 mm
20
Patchy rain nearby
11°C17°C1.7 mm
21
Light rain shower
12°C15°C2.3 mm
22
Patchy rain nearby
10°C13°C3.4 mm
23
Light rain shower
10°C14°C6.5 mm
24
Patchy rain nearby
9°C10°C2.6 mm
25
Light rain shower
10°C11°C1.4 mm
26
Light drizzle
8°C9°C2.2 mm
27
Moderate or heavy rain shower
8°C9°C5.7 mm
28
Patchy rain nearby
7°C11°C0.9 mm
29
Overcast
7°C12°C1.8 mm
30
Patchy rain nearby
8°C11°C2.1 mm
31
Cloudy
8°C13°C0.0 mm
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Where to go near Groningen in October?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Groningen 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 Groningen in October, which ranks this month 7th out of 12. The choice of region will make a real difference.

Expect an average of 14°C during the day and 9°C at night, with about 66 mm of precipitation spread over 4 rainy days.

The sea is only 15°C on average in October. Swimming is still possible, but it will be cool.

Expect about 6.7 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

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

Yes: this month is in High crowding, with a visitor index of 70/100. Book your accommodation and transportation well in advance.

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