Saxony Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Saxony, Germany in October.

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Dresden Leipzig Bad Schandau Kurort Oberwiesenthal

Planning a getaway to Saxony, Germany this October and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Saxony in October

Saxony, Germany is a region in Germany. October in Saxony generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Bärenstein at 11°C (52°F) to mild in Delitzsch at 15°C (59°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Delitzsch and 4°C (39°F) in Bärenstein.

For specific regional insights in Saxony, Germany, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Delitzsch with an average of 49 mm (1.9 in) to moderate rainfall in Schönheide with 75 mm (3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Dresden typically sees 117 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

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Best Places to Visit in Saxony in October

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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 Saxony

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Saxony, Germany?

Temperature range in Saxony (October)

Precipitation variation in Saxony (October)

Dresden

In October Dresden generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
14°C (57°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
6°C (43°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
153 hours
117 hours
65 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
poor
Climate in Dresden →

Leipzig

In October Leipzig generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
15°C (59°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
163 hours
122 hours
62 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
52 mm (2 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
poor
Climate in Leipzig →

Bad Schandau

In October Bad Schandau generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
13°C (55°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
153 hours
117 hours
65 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Bad Schandau →

Kurort Oberwiesenthal

In October Kurort Oberwiesenthal generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
11°C (52°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
139 hours
105 hours
40 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Kurort Oberwiesenthal →

Görlitz

In October Görlitz generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
14°C (57°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
6°C (43°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
poor
Climate in Görlitz →

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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Dresden 14°C (57°F) 6°C (43°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Leipzig 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Bad Schandau 13°C (55°F) 5°C (41°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Kurort Oberwiesenthal 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Görlitz 14°C (57°F) 6°C (43°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Meißen 14°C (57°F) 6°C (43°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)

Saxony weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Saxony, Germany in October?

Saxony, Germany typically experiences tolerable weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Dresden average around 14°C (57°F), and temperatures drop to about 6°C (43°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Saxony, Germany in October?

Average temperatures in Saxony, Germany during October range from a nighttime low near 6°C (43°F) to a daytime high around 14°C (57°F) in Dresden.

Does Saxony, Germany get a lot of rain in October?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Saxony, Germany during October, with Dresden averaging close to 58 mm (2.3 in).

Is October a Good Time to Visit Saxony, Germany?

In our opinion, October is a good time to visit Saxony, Germany with overall tolerable weather in Dresden. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Dresden. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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