October weather forecastChur, Switzerland
October
Weather in October
October witnesses a considerable drop in temperatures, preparing Chur for the impending winter. With temperatures falling to an average low of 0.5°C (32.9°F), the city starts to button up for the winter. The occasional snowfall can be observed towards the end of the month. The colorful autumn tableau fades into bare trees, signifying the transition into colder days. October, with its falling leaves and temperatures, is essentially the harbinger of winter.Temperature
The arrival of October correlates with a minor temperature reduction, down from September's mild 14.6°C (58.3°F) to a fresh 10°C (50°F). During the nights in October, Chur observes an average low-temperature of 0.5°C (32.9°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in October in Chur is 82%.Rainfall
In Chur, in October, during 13.5 rainfall days, 74mm (2.91") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Chur, Switzerland, there are 211.5 rainfall days, and 1072mm (42.2") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Chur. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 19mm (0.75") of snow. In Chur, Switzerland, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.6 days and aggregates up to 1071mm (42.17") of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 53min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:21 and sunset at 19:01 CEST. On the last day of October, in Chur, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 17:07 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 October, the average sunshine is 6.4h.UV index
In Chur, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In October, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Chur, Switzerland
- Average high temperature in October: 10°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (19°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1.3°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 0.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (7.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-10°C).
Average pressure in October
Chur, Switzerland
- Average pressure in October: 1018.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.5mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Chur, Switzerland
- Average wind speed in October: 7.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (8.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5km/h).
Average humidity in October
Chur, Switzerland
- Average humidity in October: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (78%).
Average rainfall in October
Chur, Switzerland
- Average rainfall in October: 74mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (133mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (61mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Chur, Switzerland
- Average rainfall days in October: 13.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (24.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (12.3 days).
Average snowfall in October
Chur, Switzerland
- Average snowfall in October: 19mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (320mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in October
Chur, Switzerland
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Chur, Switzerland
- Average daylight in October: 10h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in October: 6h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in October
Chur, Switzerland
- Average sunshine days in October: 14.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (3.8 days).
Average UV index in October
Chur, Switzerland
- Average UV index in October: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Chur, Switzerland
- Average cloud cover in October: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and October (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in October
Chur, Switzerland
- Average visibility in October: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, October and November (8km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (6km).
