Appenzell Ausserrhoden weather in October

Thinking about venturing to Appenzell Ausserrhoden this October and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What is the weather like in Appenzell Ausserrhoden in October?

Appenzell Ausserrhoden is a region in Switzerland. October in Appenzell Ausserrhoden generally has moderate temperatures, with high precipitation.

You can expect moderate maximum daytime temperatures of around 14°C and nighttime temperatures around 5°C in Appenzell.

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Wolfhalden with an average of 108 mm to high rainfall in Schönengrund with 124 mm. Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 100 hours of sunlight anticipated in Appenzell. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.

For specific regional insights in Appenzell Ausserrhoden for October, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Appenzell Ausserrhoden climate page.

Where to go in Appenzell Ausserrhoden in October

Find the average weather conditions in October for the most popular destinations in Appenzell Ausserrhoden on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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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).

Popular destinations in Appenzell Ausserrhoden

What is the weather like in October for the 5 most popular destinations in Appenzell Ausserrhoden?

Average weather in Appenzell

In October Appenzell generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

Appenzell
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18°C 
9°C 
155 hours 
159 mm 
14 days 
14°C 
5°C 
100 hours 
120 mm 
13 days 
8°C 
1°C 
58 hours 
122 mm 
15 days 
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Climate in Appenzell

Average weather in Gais

In October Gais generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

Gais
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19°C 
10°C 
155 hours 
151 mm 
13 days 
14°C 
6°C 
100 hours 
116 mm 
13 days 
8°C 
1°C 
58 hours 
118 mm 
15 days 
poor 
Climate in Gais

Average weather in Heiden

In October Heiden generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

Heiden
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19°C 
10°C 
155 hours 
137 mm 
13 days 
14°C 
7°C 
100 hours 
108 mm 
12 days 
9°C 
2°C 
58 hours 
113 mm 
14 days 
poor 
Climate in Heiden

Average weather in Herisau

In October Herisau generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

Herisau
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19°C 
10°C 
155 hours 
157 mm 
13 days 
14°C 
6°C 
100 hours 
119 mm 
13 days 
8°C 
1°C 
58 hours 
118 mm 
15 days 
poor 
Climate in Herisau

Average weather in Schönengrund

In October Schönengrund generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

Schönengrund
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18°C 
9°C 
157 hours 
168 mm 
14 days 
14°C 
6°C 
160 hours 
124 mm 
13 days 
8°C 
1°C 
118 hours 
124 mm 
15 days 
poor 
Climate in Schönengrund

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Appenzell Ausserrhoden, in Switzerland.

Is October the best time to visit Appenzell Ausserrhoden?

In our view, October might not be the best time to travel to Appenzell Ausserrhoden with often unpleasant weather in Appenzell.

Generally speaking, September provides tolerable weather in Appenzell. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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