October weather forecast
Germany

October deepens the embrace of autumn in Germany, presenting a landscape painted in a palette of reds, oranges, and yellows. Temperatures during October see a more pronounced drop, generally hovering between 10°C (50°F) to 15°C (59°F), but cooler days are not uncommon, especially as the month nears its end.

Cities like Berlin and Hamburg transition into a quieter phase after the bustling summer. Tree-lined streets and parks become canvases of autumnal splendor, with fall foliage reaching its peak during this month. As October progresses, there's an increasing likelihood of encountering frosts, especially in regions away from the coast and in elevated areas.

While October can still have its share of sunny days, the overall weather leans towards being overcast. Rainfall is a regular occurrence, though not as persistent as in some of the wetter months. Coastal cities, such as Lübeck on the Baltic coast, experience a more moderated temperature due to their proximity to the sea, but the maritime influence also brings with it a higher likelihood of damp and misty conditions.

The mountainous regions, encompassing areas like the Harz Mountains, start to prepare for the upcoming winter. Here, October can sometimes surprise with early snowfall, especially towards the end of the month.

In comparison to the milder September, October is undeniably cooler and more unpredictable. The shift from the warm days of early autumn to the crispness of late fall is evident throughout Germany. As October concludes, it paves the way for the chillier and often cloudier atmosphere of November, marking a gradual move towards the winter season.

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• Berlin - October »
  October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. In Berlin during October, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 24mm (0.94") of precipitation.
• Hamburg - October »
  October 2023, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Hamburg, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. When does Daylight Saving Time end in October in Hamburg?
• Munich - October »
  October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Munich, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. On the first day of October in Munich sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 18:52 CEST.
• Cologne - October »
  October 2023, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Cologne, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. On the first day of October in Cologne sunrise is at 07:32 and sunset at 19:11 CEST.
• Frankfurt - October »
  On the first day of October in Frankfurt sunrise is at 07:24 and sunset at 19:05 CEST. In Frankfurt during October, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 55mm (2.17") of precipitation.
• Stuttgart - October »
  October 2023, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Stuttgart and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. When does Daylight Saving Time end in October in Stuttgart?
• Düsseldorf - October »
  October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Düsseldorf, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. When does Daylight Saving Time end in October in Düsseldorf?
• Dortmund - October »
  On the first day of October in Dortmund sunrise is at 07:30 and sunset at 19:09 CEST. When does Daylight Saving Time end in October in Dortmund?
• Essen - October »
  October 2023, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Essen, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. When does Daylight Saving Time end in October in Essen?
• Leipzig - October »
  October 2023, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Leipzig, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. When does Daylight Saving Time end in October in Leipzig?
• Bremen - October »
  October 2023, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Bremen, Germany, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. When does Daylight Saving Time end in October in Bremen?
• Dresden - October »
  October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Dresden, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. On the first day of October in Dresden, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 18:42 CEST.