Ascona weather in October (Canton of Ticino, Switzerland)

Will it be warm or cold in Ascona this October? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

In October, the weather in Ascona generally includes moderate temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 14°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 6°C.

Precipitation

Ascona in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 200 mm for the month. This month is characterized by heavy rain, often falling intensely. Equip yourself with a poncho to stay protected from the rain. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 12 days of rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 153 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Ascona. June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Ascona climate page with graphs.

 

Ascona, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 6°C  

Max Temperature 14°C  

Chance of Rain 41%  

Precipitation 200 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 74% *  

Windspeed 4 km/h *  

Sunshine 153 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 52% *  

Where to go in Switzerland in October

Find out more about the weather in Switzerland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

3/10

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