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October in Davos averages 8°C (46°F) during the day and -2°C (28°F) at night. Quite a bit of snow/rainfall is typical this month, with around 114 mm (4.5 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.
If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Davos. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Davos typically drop from around 13°C (55°F) at the start of October to approximately 9°C (48°F) by the end. Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 0°C (32°F) to 3°C (37°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Davos spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 49 years of weather observations (1976-2025), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Davos.
Find out more about the weather in Switzerland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Switzerland in October →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Davos in October. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed
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Where to go in October - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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