October weather forecastAarau, Switzerland
October
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
The start of October signals a gentle decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from an enjoyable 18.8°C (65.8°F) in September to a moderate 13.9°C (57°F). Aarau records a mean low-temperature of 4.5°C (40.1°F) in October.Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 83%.Rainfall
In Aarau, in October, during 13.2 rainfall days, 61mm (2.4") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Aarau, Switzerland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 190.8 days and collects up to 880mm (34.65") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 9mm (0.35") of snow. In Aarau, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.9 days and aggregates up to 652mm (25.67") of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 10h and 52min.On the first day of October, 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 are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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).
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).
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).
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).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Aarau, Switzerland
- Average daylight in October: 10h and 54min
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 18min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
