Weather in October in St.Gallen Canton
Thinking about venturing to St.Gallen Canton 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 St.Gallen Canton in October?
St.Gallen Canton is a region in Switzerland. October in St.Gallen Canton generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with high precipitation.
Temperatures
During the day temperatures vary from cold in Bad Ragaz at 12°C to mild in Rorschach at 15°C. At night it cools down to 7°C in Rorschach and 2°C in Bad Ragaz.For a closer look at conditions across St.Gallen Canton, refer to the map below.
Precipitation
In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Wil with an average of 100 mm to high rainfall in Unterterzen with 140 mm.Average sunshine
Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 115 hours of sunlight anticipated in Bad Ragaz. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.For an in-depth overview of the yearly conditions, do visit our St.Gallen Canton climate page.
Where to go in St.Gallen Canton in October





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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in October for the 5 most popular destinations in St.Gallen Canton?
Bad Ragaz
In October Bad Ragaz generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Amden
In October Amden generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Unterwasser
In October Unterwasser generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Wildhaus
In October Wildhaus generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Sevelen
In October Sevelen generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is October the best time to visit St.Gallen Canton?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Bad Ragaz, October may not be the ideal time to visit St.Gallen Canton.
Generally speaking, July, August and September provide unpleasant weather in Bad Ragaz.
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