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Kristiansand in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Kristiansand 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 Kristiansand, Norway.

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Kristiansand in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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Kristiansand in October in summary
Adverse weather
Min 8°C Max 11°C 201 mm 9 day(s) 85% 56% 15°C 6.4 h/day 0.1 cm
Best activities in October
Gastronomy
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds Low price 07:04 17:23
Hourly weather

Average weather in Kristiansand in October 2026

Adverse weather

The weather in Kristiansand 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 Kristiansand in October

Temperatures, precipitation, snow and monthly trends help better understand the climate in Kristiansand in October.

Temperatures and rain in Kristiansand in October

Average daily weather

Temperatures, rain and snow day by day in October, with a separate scale for snow.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall Daily snow

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 Kristiansand in October

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Kristiansand in October

Check the seasonal normals in Kristiansand 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 13.6°C 9.6°C 6.3°C
Maximum temperature 15.4°C 10.9°C 7.2°C
Minimum temperature 11.9°C 8.4°C 5.3°C
Record maximum temperature 25.0°C
(2021)
19.0°C
(2011)
14.0°C
(2014)
Record low temperature 6.0°C
(2009)
1.0°C
(2012)
-6.0°C
(2010)
Number of days at +30° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days at +18° 5 day(s)
(17%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
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) 15.6°C 12.5°C 10.2°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 13.2°C 9.5°C 7.9°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 18.2°C 15.2°C 12.7°C
Wind
Wind speed 23 km/h 25 km/h 25 km/h
Wind temperature 10.2°C 5.4°C 1.5°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 166.1 mm 201.3 mm 187.4 mm
Number of days with precipitation 16 day(s)
(53%)
18 day(s)
(58%)
19 day(s)
(63%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 8 day(s)
(25%)
9 day(s)
(31%)
10 day(s)
(33%)
Record precipitation in one day 103.6 mm
(2017)
75.1 mm
(2017)
68.2 mm
(2017)
Other weather data
Humidity 85% 85% 86%
Visibility 9.3 km 8.9 km 8.4 km
Cloud cover 46% 56% 63%
UV index 4 3 2
Daily sunshine 11h 6h 5h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h58 07h04 08h15
Sunset time 18h47 17h23 16h09
Day length 12h49 10h19 7h54
Our opinion on the climate in October
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Activities and events

What to do in Kristiansand in October?

Best activities in October
Gastronomy
Possible activities in October
Beach and swimmingHiking and trekkingCultural visits and heritageNature and landscapesNightlifeBoat trip and cruise
Activities not recommended in October
Animal observationFamily and attractions
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The best offers right now to Kristiansand

Each map is a real return flight offered from London, with its dates, airline and price. Choose one to find it on Skyscanner, or start your own search just below.

The cheapest

London Kristiansand

From 7 Oct to 11 Oct 2026

£83 per person
4 days on site With stopover(s) Ryanair
The cheapest

London Kristiansand

From 15 Oct to 19 Oct 2026

£86 per person
4 days on site With stopover(s) Norwegian
The cheapest

London Kristiansand

From 14 Oct to 18 Oct 2026

£89 per person
4 days on site With stopover(s) Ryanair
The cheapest

London Kristiansand

From 16 Oct to 20 Oct 2026

£93 per person
4 days on site With stopover(s) Ryanair
The cheapest

London Kristiansand

From 23 Oct to 27 Oct 2026

£136 per person
4 days on site With stopover(s) Norwegian
The cheapest

London Kristiansand

From 18 Oct to 25 Oct 2026

£166 per person
7 days on site With stopover(s) Ryanair
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Observed weather

What was the weather like in Kristiansand in October last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Patchy rain nearby
7°C13°C0.1 mm
2
Patchy rain nearby
10°C12°C0.5 mm
3
Partly Cloudy
11°C13°C0.0 mm
4
Light rain shower
9°C11°C14.9 mm
5
Light rain shower
10°C11°C3.5 mm
6
Clear/Sunny
9°C15°C0.0 mm
7
Overcast
13°C15°C0.4 mm
8
Clear/Sunny
9°C13°C0.0 mm
9
Patchy rain nearby
12°C14°C0.0 mm
10
Patchy rain nearby
11°C14°C0.2 mm
11
Clear/Sunny
12°C15°C0.0 mm
12
Partly Cloudy
13°C15°C0.0 mm
13
Clear/Sunny
9°C16°C0.0 mm
14
Clear/Sunny
10°C15°C0.0 mm
15
Clear/Sunny
9°C14°C0.0 mm
16
Clear/Sunny
12°C15°C0.0 mm
17
Patchy rain nearby
8°C10°C0.1 mm
18
Partly Cloudy
5°C10°C0.0 mm
19
Patchy rain nearby
8°C10°C0.1 mm
20
Patchy rain nearby
8°C10°C3.8 mm
21
Moderate or heavy rain in area with thunder
10°C12°C6.8 mm
22
Patchy rain nearby
9°C11°C0.7 mm
23
Overcast
7°C11°C2.5 mm
24
Light rain shower
10°C11°C9.9 mm
25
Light rain shower
9°C10°C8.6 mm
26
Partly Cloudy
7°C11°C0.5 mm
27
Patchy rain nearby
7°C9°C0.0 mm
28
Clear/Sunny
7°C9°C0.0 mm
29
Light rain shower
6°C10°C1.6 mm
30
Clear/Sunny
5°C9°C0.0 mm
31
Patchy rain nearby
5°C9°C0.5 mm
Nearby

Where to go near Kristiansand in October?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Kristiansand in October: your frequently asked questions

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

Not really. The weather conditions are unfavorable in Kristiansand in October, which places this month 7th out of 12. A trip is still possible, but plan a flexible itinerary.

Expect an average of 11°C during the day and 8°C at night, with about 201 mm of precipitation spread over 9 rainy days.

The sea is only 13°C on average in October. Swimming is still possible, but it will be cool.

Expect about 6.4 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.

No: this month is in Moderate crowds, with a visitor index of 21/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.

No: rates are at level Low price, with a price index of 23/100. It’s one of the most budget-friendly months.

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