October weather forecast
Aarau, Switzerland

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Weather in October

October paints Aarau in vibrant hues of fall and progressively cooler temperatures. It brings a decreased daylight duration, hinting towards the arrival of winter. The weather is pleasingly cool, prompting locals and tourists to revel in outdoor activities. Wistful touches of the fall create a vibrant play of colors on the landscape. October leaves behind a sense of relaxed calm before the onset of the winter season.

Temperature

With the arrival of October, Aarau notices a mild change in the average high-temperature, sliding from September's comfortable 18.8°C (65.8°F) to a moderate 13.9°C (57°F). Aarau witnesses an average low-temperature of 4.5°C (40.1°F) throughout the month of October.

Humidity

In Aarau, Switzerland, the average relative humidity in October is 83%.

Rainfall

In Aarau, Switzerland, in October, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 61mm (2.4") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Aarau, there are 190.8 rainfall days, and 880mm (34.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Aarau. October is the first month it typically snows in Aarau. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 9mm (0.35") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.9 snowfall days, and 652mm (25.67") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Aarau, Switzerland, is 10h and 52min.
On the first day of October in Aarau, sunrise is at 07:27 and sunset at 19:07 CEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 17:12 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 is 6.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Aarau are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Aarau in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Aarau, Switzerland, during October are 13.9°C (57°F) and 4.5°C (40.1°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in October in Aarau?

In Aarau, Switzerland, the average relative humidity in October is 83%.

How much does it rain in Aarau in October?

In Aarau, in October, during 13.2 rainfall days, 61mm (2.4") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Aarau?

October is the first month it typically snows in Aarau, Switzerland. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 9mm (0.35") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Aarau have in October?

In Aarau, the average day length in October is 10h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Aarau?

On the first day of October in Aarau, Switzerland, sunrise is at 07:27 and sunset at 19:07 CEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 17:12 CET.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October in Aarau?

On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Aarau, 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 Aarau?

The average sunshine duration in October in Aarau is 6.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Aarau?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Aarau?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Aarau, Switzerland

Average temperature in October - Aarau, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in October: 13.9°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (23.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 4.5°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (11.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-3.4°C).

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Average pressure in October
Aarau, Switzerland

Average pressure in October - Aarau, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in October: 1018.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in October
Aarau, Switzerland

Average wind speed in October - Aarau, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9km/h).

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Average humidity in October
Aarau, Switzerland

Average humidity in October - Aarau, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in October: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (78%).

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Average rainfall in October
Aarau, Switzerland

Average rainfall in October - Aarau, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in October: 61mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (106mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (45mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Aarau, Switzerland

Average rainfall days in October - Aarau, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Aarau, Switzerland

Average snowfall in October - Aarau, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in October: 9mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (153mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in October
Aarau, Switzerland

Average snowfall days in October - Aarau, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Aarau, Switzerland

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Aarau, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Aarau, Switzerland

Average sunshine days in October - Aarau, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.6 days).

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Average UV index in October
Aarau, Switzerland

Average UV index in October - Aarau, Switzerland
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Aarau, Switzerland

Average cloud cover in October - Aarau, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in October
Aarau, Switzerland

Average visibility in October - Aarau, Switzerland
  • Average visibility in October: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, July and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, June, September, October, November and December (8km).

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