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Sierre Weather in October

Sierre in October sees low daytime temperatures of 10°C (50°F) and nighttime lows of -1°C (30°F). With just 112 mm (4.4 in) of snow/rainfall on average, it's the driest month of the year.

Rainfall in Sierre in October

With the least rainfall of the year, this month offers good conditions for outdoor exploration, even if the temperatures are a little cool. Take advantage of the dry weather to plan your activities. On average, there are about 13 days with snow/rain during this month, averaging 112 mm (4.4 in). Rainfall intensity is on the higher side this month. Expect more substantial showers rather than light, passing rain.

Temperature in Sierre in October

Sierre in October gets highs of 10°C (50°F) during the day and drops to -1°C (30°F) at night. Cold conditions persist throughout the day, so warm clothing is important from the moment you head outside. Nights drop below freezing to -1°C (30°F). An extra blanket is worth packing if you're unsure about the heating where you're staying.

Sunshine in Sierre in October

You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 162 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and overcast.

Wind Speed in Sierre in October

October has wind speeds averaging 1 m/s (2 knots). You can expect very gentle conditions with light air movement on typical days. Since this is an average, daily weather varies from perfectly still moments to some breezier days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Sierre. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Sierre Temperature in October

Min Temperature
-1°C (30°F)
Max Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Chance of Rain
44%
Precipitation
112 mm (4.4 in)
Rainy days
13 days
Humidity
76% *
Windspeed
1 m/s (2 knots) *
Sunshine
162 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
58% *
* Data from: Sion, Switzerland (17 KM, 10 Miles).

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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).

What to Wear in Sierre in October

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Sierre in October. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Sierre in October

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    5/10
  • Cycling
    4/10
  • Walking
    4/10
  • Camping
    1/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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