October weather forecast
Dornach, Switzerland

October

Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Dornach, Switzerland, is a moderate autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 6°C (42.8°F) and an average high of 14.8°C (58.6°F).

Temperature

The beginning of October subtly marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from an enjoyable 19.7°C (67.5°F) in September to a mild 14.8°C (58.6°F). Throughout the month of October, the average temperature dips to a frosty 6°C (42.8°F) at night.

Humidity

In Dornach, the average relative humidity in October is 82%.

Rainfall

In Dornach, Switzerland, in October, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 46mm (1.81") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 178.8 rainfall days, and 677mm (26.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 4mm (0.16") of snow. Throughout the year, in Dornach, there are 25.2 snowfall days, and 217mm (8.54") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 52min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 07:29 and sunset at 19:08 CEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 17:13 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 Dornach, Switzerland, the average sunshine in October is 6.3h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Dornach, Switzerland, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Dornach?
Dornach in October has an average high-temperature of 14.8°C (58.6°F) and an average low-temperature of 6°C (42.8°F).
What is the average humidity in October in Dornach?
The average relative humidity in October in Dornach, Switzerland, is 82%.
How many days does it rain in October in Dornach?
In October, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout October, 46mm (1.81") of precipitation is accumulated.
When does it start to snow in Dornach?
October is the first month it typically snows in Dornach. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 4mm (0.16") of snow.
What is the average length of the day in October in Dornach?
In Dornach, the average day length in October is 10h and 52min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Dornach?
In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:29 and sunset at 19:08 CEST. On the last day of the month, in Dornach, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 17:13 CET.
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October in Dornach?
On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Dornach, Switzerland, 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 Dornach?
The average sunshine duration in October in Dornach, Switzerland, is 6.3h.
How high is the UV index in October in Dornach?
In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Dornach is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Dornach, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in October: 14.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-1.8°C).

Average pressure in October
Dornach, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in October: 1018.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.7mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and November (1015.7mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Dornach, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.3km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7km/h).

Average humidity in October
Dornach, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in October: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Dornach, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in October: 46mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (84mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (33mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Dornach, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Dornach, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in October: 4mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (61mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October
Dornach, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Dornach, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Dornach, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (8.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Dornach, Switzerland
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Dornach, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Dornach, Switzerland
  • Average visibility in October: 8km

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

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