Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
In October, the meteorological conditions change slightly, with the average high-temperature moving from a refreshing 18.6°C (65.5°F) in September to a mild 13.9°C (57°F). During October in Gossau, Switzerland, the average low-temperature is recorded at a cold 5.4°C (41.7°F).Humidity
In Gossau, Switzerland, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.Rainfall
In Gossau, in October, during 11.3 rainfall days, 79mm (3.11") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gossau, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.8 days and collects up to 1006mm (39.61") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Gossau. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 45mm (1.77") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 55.7 snowfall days, and 1345mm (52.95") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Gossau, Switzerland, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 52min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:22 and sunset at 19:02 CEST. On the last day of October, in Gossau, Switzerland, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 17:07 CET.
Note: On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 02:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from CET to CEST.
Sunshine
In Gossau, Switzerland, the average sunshine in October is 6.4h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Gossau in October?
What is the average humidity in October in Gossau?
How much does it rain in Gossau in October?
When does it start to snow in Gossau?
How many hours of daylight does Gossau have in October?
When are sunrise and sunset in October in Gossau?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October in Gossau?
How many hours of sunshine does Gossau have in October?
How high is the UV index in October in Gossau?
Average temperature in October
Gossau, Switzerland
- Average high temperature in October: 13.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (23.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.9°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 5.4°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (12.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-2.9°C).
Average pressure in October
Gossau, Switzerland
- Average pressure in October: 1018.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.7mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Gossau, Switzerland
- Average wind speed in October: 7.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7km/h).
Average humidity in October
Gossau, Switzerland
- Average humidity in October: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).
Average rainfall in October
Gossau, Switzerland
- Average rainfall in October: 79mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (126mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (52mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Gossau, Switzerland
- Average rainfall days in October: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.5 days).
Average snowfall in October
Gossau, Switzerland
- Average snowfall in October: 45mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (353mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in October
Gossau, Switzerland
- Average snowfall days in October: 1.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Gossau, Switzerland
- Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in October
Gossau, Switzerland
- Average sunshine days in October: 17.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.6 days).
Average UV index in October
Gossau, Switzerland
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Gossau, Switzerland
- Average cloud cover in October: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in October
Gossau, Switzerland
- Average visibility in October: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, October and November (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, September and December (8km).
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