October Rainfall and Precipitation in Switzerland

Monthly rainfall totals, rainy days and the driest cities across Switzerland in October.

Switzerland experiences precipitation in October ranging from moderate in Busingen am Hochrhein (81 mm (3.2 in)) to heavy in Termine (216 mm (8.5 in)).

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Best Places to Visit in Switzerland in October

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in October: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

Switzerland precipitation in October: frequently asked questions

How much snow/rainfall does Switzerland receive in October?

In October, Zermatt typically receives significant snow/rainfall, averaging around 144 mm (5.7 in). Expect a mix of wet and dry days with occasional showers.

How many days does it rain in Switzerland in October?

Rainfall in Zermatt typically falls on roughly 14 days days in October.

Is October part of the rainy season in Switzerland?

October is generally a drier month for Switzerland, falling outside the main rainy season.

What is the wettest city in October in Switzerland?

Looking at our data, Termine tops the wettest-cities list in Switzerland for October, with monthly rainfall averaging 216 mm (8.5 in).

What is the driest city in October in Switzerland?

Based on our database, Busingen am Hochrhein sees the least rainfall in Switzerland in October, with around 81 mm (3.2 in) on average.

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