Switzerland weather in October
Planning a getaway to Switzerland this October and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Switzerland in October?
Switzerland offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In October, one might encounter temperatures that range from cold to moderate, and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
During the day the temperature is cold in Ulrichen at 5°C (41°F) and moderate in Chiasso at 17°C (62°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 10°C (49°F) in Chiasso and -3°C (26°F) in Ulrichen.
In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Busingen am Hochrhein with an average of 81mm (3.2 inches) to heavy rainfall in Termine with 216mm (8.5 inches). Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 141 hours of sunlight anticipated in Zermatt. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.
For a closer look at October's conditions in Switzerland, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Switzerland's yearly weather, check out our Switzerland climate page.
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What is the weather like in October for the 5 most popular destinations in Switzerland?
Average weather in Zermatt
In October Zermatt generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (42°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (26°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Grindelwald
In October Grindelwald generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Nendaz
In October Nendaz generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Zürich
In October Zürich generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Davos
In October Davos generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (47°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (29°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is October the best time to visit Switzerland?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Zermatt, October may not be the ideal time to visit Switzerland.
On average, the best time to visit Switzerland is in August with generally unpleasant weather in Zermatt.
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