The climate of Harstad in October is humid. An average of 186 mm precipitation is recorded over 19 days. The situation is wetter than the previous month: in September, an average of 167 mm is recorded over 19 days.
Temperatures are cold in Harstad in October: expect warm clothing. The average maximum temperature reaches 6°C, while the minimum falls to about 4°C. The month's average temperature is 5°C. These normals should be compared with the records recorded in Harstad in October: 14°C as a maximum in 2017 and -4°C as a minimum in 2012. Plan for about 3 days with temperatures below 0°, which is 10% of the month.
In October, the days last on average 09:14 in Harstad. The sun rises around 07:02 and sets around 16:16.
With very unfavorable weather, the month of October is generally not recommended for traveling to Harstad in Norway.
Some activities remain possible even if conditions are not optimal: Northern or Southern Lights and Cultural visits and heritage.
By contrast, these activities are not recommended or are ill-suited in Harstad in October: Winter sports and snow, Beach and swimming, Animal observation, Nature and landscapes and Boat trip and cruise.
