Engelberg

Obwalden Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Obwalden, Switzerland in October.

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Engelberg Sarnen Frutt Flüeli

Planning a trip to Obwalden, Switzerland this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Obwalden in October

Obwalden, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. October in Obwalden generally has cold temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 10°C (50°F) in Frutt to 12°C (54°F) in Sarnen. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C (39°F) in Sarnen and 1°C (34°F) in Frutt.

To explore the conditions in Obwalden, Switzerland in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Giswil with an average of 139 mm (5.5 in) to high rainfall in Engelberg with 145 mm (5.7 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Engelberg as an example - it receives around 109 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

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Best Places to Visit in Obwalden in October

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Obwalden

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

Temperature range in Obwalden (October)

Precipitation variation in Obwalden (October)

Engelberg

In October Engelberg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
10°C (50°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
138 hours
109 hours
55 hours
Monthly rainfall
179 mm (7 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Engelberg →

Sarnen

In October Sarnen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
12°C (54°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
138 hours
109 hours
55 hours
Monthly rainfall
178 mm (7 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
142 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Sarnen →

Frutt

In October Frutt generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
1°C (34°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
138 hours
109 hours
55 hours
Monthly rainfall
180 mm (7.1 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Frutt →

Flüeli

In October Flüeli generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
11°C (52°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
138 hours
109 hours
55 hours
Monthly rainfall
179 mm (7 in)
141 mm (5.6 in)
143 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Flüeli →

Giswil

In October Giswil generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
149 hours
103 hours
67 hours
Monthly rainfall
176 mm (6.9 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Giswil →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Obwalden, in Switzerland.

Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Obwalden in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Engelberg 10°C (50°F) 2°C (36°F) 145 mm (5.7 in)
Sarnen 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 140 mm (5.5 in)
Frutt 10°C (50°F) 1°C (34°F) 145 mm (5.7 in)
Flüeli 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 141 mm (5.6 in)
Giswil 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 139 mm (5.5 in)
Sachseln 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 140 mm (5.5 in)

Obwalden weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Obwalden, Switzerland in October?

Obwalden, Switzerland typically experiences poor weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Engelberg average around 10°C (50°F), and temperatures drop to about 2°C (36°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Obwalden, Switzerland in October?

Engelberg averages a daytime maximum of 10°C (50°F) in October, with overnight lows close to 2°C (36°F).

Does Obwalden, Switzerland get a lot of rain in October?

Yes, October tends to be a wetter month in Obwalden, Switzerland. Average rainfall in Engelberg sits around 145 mm (5.7 in).

Is October a Good Time to Visit Obwalden, Switzerland?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Engelberg, October may not be the ideal time to visit Obwalden, Switzerland.

Generally speaking, September provides unpleasant weather in Engelberg.

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