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Canton of Valais Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Canton of Valais, Switzerland in October.

Are you planning a trip a to Canton of Valais, Switzerland in October and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Canton of Valais in October

Canton of Valais, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. October in Canton of Valais generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is cold in Ulrichen at 5°C (41°F) and mild in Torgon at 13°C (55°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 3°C (37°F) in Torgon and -3°C (27°F) in Ulrichen.

To explore the conditions in Canton of Valais, Switzerland in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From high snow/rainfall in Bourg-Saint-Pierre with an average of 107 mm (4.2 in) to heavy snow/rainfall in Simplon Dorf with 176 mm (6.9 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Zermatt gets around 141 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Canton of Valais by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Canton of Valais — and find the best time to visit. (based on Zermatt)

Best Places to Visit in Canton of Valais in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Canton of Valais.

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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).

Popular Destinations in Canton of Valais

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Canton of Valais, Switzerland?

Temperature range in Canton of Valais (October)

Precipitation variation in Canton of Valais (October)

Zermatt

In October Zermatt generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
6°C (43°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-9°C (16°F)
Monthly sun hours
166 hours
141 hours
95 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
161 mm (6.3 in)
144 mm (5.7 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Nendaz

In October Nendaz generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
10°C (50°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
162 hours
98 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
126 mm (5 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Saas-Fee

In October Saas-Fee generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
7°C (45°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Monthly sun hours
166 hours
141 hours
95 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
180 mm (7.1 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
177 mm (7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Crans-Montana

In October Crans-Montana generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
10°C (50°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
162 hours
98 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
125 mm (4.9 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Verbier

In October Verbier generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
9°C (48°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
162 hours
98 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
120 mm (4.7 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Canton of Valais in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Zermatt 6°C (43°F) -3°C (27°F) 144 mm (5.7 in)
Nendaz 10°C (50°F) -1°C (30°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)
Saas-Fee 7°C (45°F) -2°C (28°F) 166 mm (6.5 in)
Crans-Montana 10°C (50°F) -1°C (30°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)
Verbier 9°C (48°F) -1°C (30°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
Veysonnaz 10°C (50°F) -1°C (30°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)

Canton of Valais weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Canton of Valais, Switzerland in October?

Canton of Valais, Switzerland typically experiences poor weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Zermatt average around 6°C (43°F), and temperatures drop to about -3°C (27°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Canton of Valais, Switzerland in October?

Daytime temperatures in Zermatt peak at roughly 6°C (43°F) in October, dropping to about -3°C (27°F) overnight.

Does Canton of Valais, Switzerland get a lot of snow/rain in October?

Yes, October tends to be a wetter month in Canton of Valais, Switzerland. Average snow/rainfall in Zermatt sits around 144 mm (5.7 in).

Is October a Good Time to Visit Canton of Valais, Switzerland?

In our view, October might not be the best time to travel to Canton of Valais, Switzerland with often poor weather in Zermatt.

On average, the best time to visit Canton of Valais, Switzerland is in August with generally unpleasant weather in Zermatt.

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