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Locarno Weather in October
October in Locarno brings moderate temperatures around 13°C (55°F) during the day, dropping to 6°C (43°F) at night, with the most rainfall of the year.
Rainfall in Locarno in October
As part of the rainy season, Locarno sees around 13 days of rain in October, with an average of 197 mm (7.8 in). Rain during the rainy season here tends to be intense rather than just persistent drizzle. Expect significant downpours.
Temperature in Locarno in October
In October, Locarno sees moderate temperatures, with highs of 13°C (55°F). Nights drop to around 6°C (43°F). Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. Nights fall to 6°C (43°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.
Sunshine in Locarno in October
The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 154 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and rainy days.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Locarno. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Locarno Temperature in October
Min Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Max Temperature
13°C (55°F)
Chance of Rain
42%
Precipitation
197 mm (7.8 in)
Rainy days
13 days
Humidity
75%
Sunshine
154 hours
Percentage Sunshine
51%
Locarno Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Locarno typically drop from around 19°C (66°F) at the start of October to approximately 15°C (59°F) by the end. Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 6°C (43°F) to 11°C (52°F).
Average temperatures in October
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in October
Historical weather records for Locarno in October
Browse day-by-day weather records for Locarno spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Locarno historical weather extremes in October
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Locarno from 1976 through 2025.
- The warmest day in October was on October 3, 1997, with a maximum of 28°C (82°F).
- The lowest daytime temperature in October was 5°C (41°F), recorded on October 17, 2004.
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in October was -6°C (21°F) (October 19, 1992).
Best Places in Switzerland in October
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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).
What to Wear in Locarno in October
Pack for changing conditions in Locarno in October. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.
What To Do in Locarno in October
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming5/10 -
Cycling5/10 -
Walking5/10 -
Camping3/10
Locarno 3-Day Forecast
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Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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