October weather forecast
Zurich, Netherlands

October

Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Zurich, Netherlands, with an average temperature fluctuating between 13.8°C (56.8°F) and 10.4°C (50.7°F).

Temperature

As October begins, there is a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, softly falling from an enjoyable 17.6°C (63.7°F) in September to a moderate 13.8°C (56.8°F). October nights register a minor temperature decline, steadying at a fresh 10.4°C (50.7°F).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Zurich, in October, it is raining for 17.9 days, with typically 42mm (1.65") of accumulated precipitation. In Zurich, during the entire year, the rain falls for 188.1 days and collects up to 390mm (15.35") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Zurich, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:40 and sunset at 19:14 CEST. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 07:35 and sunset at 17:08 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

The average sunshine in October in Zurich is 4.7h.

UV index

In Zurich, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?
The high-temperature, in October, in Zurich, is 13.8°C (56.8°F), while the low-temperature averages to 10.4°C (50.7°F).
What is the average humidity in October?
In October, the average relative humidity in Zurich is 82%.
How many days does it rain in October?
In Zurich, in October, it is raining for 17.9 days, with typically 42mm (1.65") of accumulated precipitation.
When it does not snow?
April through October are months without snowfall in Zurich.
Does it snow in October?
In Zurich, Netherlands, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.
What is the average length of the day in October?
In October, the average day length is 10h and 35min.
When are sunrise and sunset in October?
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 07:40 and sunset at 19:14 CEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:35 and sunset at 17:08 CET.
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October?
On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. The next DST starts on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 02:00.
How long on average sun shines in October?
In Zurich, the average sunshine duration in October is 4.7h.
What is the UV index intensity in October?
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Zurich, Netherlands
  • Average high temperature in October: 13.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (20.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (5.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 10.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.3°C).

Average pressure in October
Zurich, Netherlands
  • Average pressure in October: 1015mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.7mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Zurich, Netherlands
  • Average wind speed in October: 22.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (26.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (17.2km/h).

Average humidity in October
Zurich, Netherlands
  • Average humidity in October: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and August (79%).

Average rainfall in October
Zurich, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall in October: 42mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (46mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (16mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Zurich, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall days in October: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Zurich, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall in October: 0mm

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (15mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October
Zurich, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Zurich, Netherlands
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Zurich, Netherlands
  • Average sunshine days in October: 9.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (7.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Zurich, Netherlands
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Zurich, Netherlands
  • Average cloud cover in October: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in October
Zurich, Netherlands
  • Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (9km).

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