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
The commencement of October indicates a gentle shift in the average high-temperature, receding from September's fresh 10.5°C (50.9°F) to a chilly 6°C (42.8°F). The month of October records an average low-temperature of -1.5°C (29.3°F).Humidity
In Saas-Balen, the average relative humidity in October is 84%.Rainfall
In October, in Saas-Balen, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout October, 130mm (5.12") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Saas-Balen, Switzerland, there are 176.3 rainfall days, and 1541mm (60.67") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through June, August through December are months with snowfall. In Saas-Balen, in October, during 6.3 snowfall days, 335mm (13.19") of snow is typically accumulated. In Saas-Balen, during the entire year, snow falls for 126.3 days and aggregates up to 4942mm (194.57") of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day in Saas-Balen is 10h and 55min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 07:27 and sunset at 19:08 CEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:08 and sunset at 17:15 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 Saas-Balen, the average sunshine in October is 5.7h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during October translates into the following directions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Frequently asked questions
Is it cold in Saas-Balen during October?
What is the average humidity in October in Saas-Balen?
How many days does it rain in October in Saas-Balen?
How many days does it snow in October in Saas-Balen?
What is the average length of the day in October in Saas-Balen?
When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Saas-Balen?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October in Saas-Balen?
How long on average sun shines in October in Saas-Balen?
What is the UV index reading in October in Saas-Balen?
Average temperature in October
Saas-Balen, Switzerland
- Average high temperature in October: 6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (14.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.6°C).
- Average low temperature in October: -1.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (5.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-12.3°C).
Average pressure in October
Saas-Balen, Switzerland
- Average pressure in October: 1018.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.1mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Saas-Balen, Switzerland
- Average wind speed in October: 7.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (9.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8km/h).
Average humidity in October
Saas-Balen, Switzerland
- Average humidity in October: 84%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (82%).
Average rainfall in October
Saas-Balen, Switzerland
- Average rainfall in October: 130mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (199mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (51mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Saas-Balen, Switzerland
- Average rainfall days in October: 12.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (26.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.1 days).
Average snowfall in October
Saas-Balen, Switzerland
- Average snowfall in October: 335mm
The month with the highest snowfall is November (1182mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (0mm).
Average snowfall days in October
Saas-Balen, Switzerland
- Average snowfall days in October: 6.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (21.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0.1 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Saas-Balen, Switzerland
- Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in October
Saas-Balen, Switzerland
- Average sunshine days in October: 13.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Saas-Balen, Switzerland
- Average UV index in October: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and April (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Saas-Balen, Switzerland
- Average cloud cover in October: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 45).
Average visibility in October
Saas-Balen, Switzerland
- Average visibility in October: 7km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are March, April and November (6km).
Saas-Balen, Switzerland
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