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Lillehammer in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Lillehammer 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 Lillehammer, Norway.

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Lillehammer in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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Lillehammer in October in summary
Very bad weather
Min 1°C Max 7°C 93 mm 6 day(s) 91% 58% 6.4 h/day 10.4 cm
Best activities in October
Gastronomy
Practical guidelines
Low crowds Low price 07:00 17:06
Hourly weather

Average weather in Lillehammer in October 2026

Very bad weather

The weather in Lillehammer 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 Lillehammer in October

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

Temperatures and rain in Lillehammer 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 Lillehammer in October

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Lillehammer in October

Check the seasonal normals in Lillehammer 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 10.1°C 3.9°C -1.3°C
Maximum temperature 13.5°C 6.5°C 0.4°C
Minimum temperature 6.8°C 1.4°C -2.9°C
Record maximum temperature 24.0°C
(2021)
18.0°C
(2011)
9.0°C
(2011)
Record low temperature -2.0°C
(2013)
-12.0°C
(2012)
-16.0°C
(2010)
Number of days at +30° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days at +18° 4 day(s)
(13%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days below 0° 1 day(s)
(3%)
11 day(s)
(35%)
22 day(s)
(73%)
Wind
Wind speed 13 km/h 11 km/h 10 km/h
Wind temperature 5.6°C -0.6°C -5.4°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 100.9 mm 93.1 mm 85.4 mm
Number of days with precipitation 14 day(s)
(47%)
15 day(s)
(48%)
13 day(s)
(43%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 6 day(s)
(20%)
6 day(s)
(18%)
5 day(s)
(17%)
Record precipitation in one day 56.0 mm
(2011)
47.2 mm
(2017)
36.0 mm
(2019)
Other weather data
Humidity 90% 91% 93%
Visibility 7.8 km 7.2 km 6.5 km
Cloud cover 52% 58% 60%
UV index 3 2 1
Daily sunshine 11h 6h 5h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h45 07h00 08h23
Sunset time 18h40 17h06 15h41
Day length 12h55 10h06 7h18
Our opinion on the climate in October
The review of Where And When fair weather very bad weather very bad weather
Activities and events

What to do in Lillehammer in October?

Best activities in October
Gastronomy
Possible activities in October
Winter sports and snowCultural visits and heritageNightlife
Activities not recommended in October
Northern or Southern LightsHiking and trekkingFamily and attractionsNature and landscapes
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Lillehammer in October last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Partly Cloudy
2°C10°C0.0 mm
2
Overcast
3°C7°C0.1 mm
3
Patchy rain nearby
4°C10°C0.1 mm
4
Moderate rain
4°C7°C10.8 mm
5
Light rain
3°C5°C2.5 mm
6
Partly Cloudy
1°C7°C0.6 mm
7
Fog
5°C9°C0.6 mm
8
Clear/Sunny
8°C11°C0.0 mm
9
Clear/Sunny
3°C11°C0.0 mm
10
Partly Cloudy
2°C12°C0.0 mm
11
Partly Cloudy
7°C13°C0.0 mm
12
Clear/Sunny
5°C10°C0.0 mm
13
Partly Cloudy
3°C9°C0.0 mm
14
Clear/Sunny
6°C14°C0.0 mm
15
Clear/Sunny
5°C12°C0.0 mm
16
Patchy light drizzle
4°C7°C0.6 mm
17
Clear/Sunny
0°C6°C0.0 mm
18
Partly Cloudy
-1°C5°C0.0 mm
19
Clear/Sunny
-3°C4°C0.0 mm
20
Cloudy
-2°C3°C0.0 mm0.2 cm
21
Fog
2°C3°C2.1 mm
22
Fog
4°C5°C3.6 mm
23
Fog
5°C6°C1.2 mm
24
Light rain
7°C8°C8.0 mm
25
Light rain shower
5°C7°C3.6 mm
26
Patchy rain nearby
4°C6°C1.9 mm
27
Patchy rain nearby
4°C6°C0.6 mm
28
Partly Cloudy
2°C5°C0.0 mm
29
Patchy rain nearby
1°C3°C0.5 mm0.2 cm
30
Cloudy
2°C3°C0.7 mm1.4 cm
31
Overcast
-1°C3°C0.0 mm
Nearby

Where to go near Lillehammer in October?

Compare cities and destinations near Lillehammer in October to find another travel stop, a nearby alternative or a logical continuation of your stay in Lillehammer.

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Lillehammer 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 Lillehammer in October, which places this month 10th out of 12. A trip is still possible, but plan a flexible itinerary.

Expect an average of 7°C during the day and 1°C at night, with about 93 mm of precipitation spread over 6 rainy days.

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 Low crowds, with a visitor index of 20/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.

No: rates are at level Low price, with a price index of 30/100. It’s one of the most budget-friendly months.

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