Contra weather in October (Canton of Ticino, Switzerland)

Will it be warm or cold in Contra this October? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

In October, the weather in Contra generally includes moderate temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 13°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 5°C.

Precipitation

Contra in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 189 mm for the month. During this month, the rain comes down heavily. A poncho is essential for staying dry. Climate data suggests that about 13 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 154 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Contra. June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Contra, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 5°C  

Max Temperature 13°C  

Chance of Rain 42%  

Precipitation 189 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 75% *  

Sunshine 154 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 51% *  

* Data from: Locarno, Switzerland (4 KM, 2 Miles).

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

Interested in more climate information?

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