October weather forecast
Échallens, Switzerland

October

Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Échallens, Switzerland, is a moderate autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 14.1°C (57.4°F) and 5.7°C (42.3°F).

Temperature

October is characterized by a slight reduction in average high-temperature, easing from an enjoyable 18.3°C (64.9°F) in September to a mild 14.1°C (57.4°F). Échallens experiences a mean temperature of 5.7°C (42.3°F) during October nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Échallens, Switzerland, is 78%.

Rainfall

In Échallens, in October, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 55mm (2.17") of accumulated precipitation. In Échallens, during the entire year, the rain falls for 185.5 days and collects up to 834mm (32.83") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Échallens, Switzerland, are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Échallens, Switzerland. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 5mm (0.2") of snow. Throughout the year, in Échallens, there are 40.1 snowfall days, and 721mm (28.39") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 53min.
On the first day of October in Échallens, sunrise is at 07:32 and sunset at 19:13 CEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:14 and sunset at 17:19 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 Échallens, the average sunshine in October is 7.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Échallens in October?
During October, Échallens experiences an average high-temperature of 14.1°C (57.4°F) and a low-temperature of 5.7°C (42.3°F).
What is the average humidity in October in Échallens?
In October, the average relative humidity is 78%.
How many days does it rain in October in Échallens?
In October, in Échallens, Switzerland, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout October, 55mm (2.17") of precipitation is accumulated.
When does it start snowing in Échallens?
October is the first month it typically snows in Échallens. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 5mm (0.2") of snow.
What is the average length of the day in October in Échallens?
The average day length in October in Échallens, Switzerland, is 10h and 53min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Échallens?
In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:32 and sunset at 19:13 CEST. On the last day of the month, in Échallens, Switzerland, sunrise is at 07:14 and sunset at 17:19 CET.
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October in Échallens?
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 Échallens?
The average sunshine duration in October in Échallens, Switzerland, is 7.1h.
What is the UV index intensity in October in Échallens?
The average daily maximum UV index in October in Échallens is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October - Échallens, Switzerland
Average temperature in October
Échallens, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in October: 14.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (22.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 5.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.6°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (-2.2°C).

Average pressure in October - Échallens, Switzerland
Average pressure in October
Échallens, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in October: 1018.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.5mbar).

Average wind speed in October - Échallens, Switzerland
Average wind speed in October
Échallens, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7km/h).

Average humidity in October - Échallens, Switzerland
Average humidity in October
Échallens, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in October - Échallens, Switzerland
Average rainfall in October
Échallens, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in October: 55mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (103mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (38mm).

Average rainfall days in October - Échallens, Switzerland
Average rainfall days in October
Échallens, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.8 days).

Average snowfall in October - Échallens, Switzerland
Average snowfall in October
Échallens, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in October: 5mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (184mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October - Échallens, Switzerland
Average snowfall days in October
Échallens, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Échallens, Switzerland
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Échallens, Switzerland
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

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: 7h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October - Échallens, Switzerland
Average sunshine days in October
Échallens, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (6.7 days).

Average UV index in October - Échallens, Switzerland
Average UV index in October
Échallens, 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 - Échallens, Switzerland
Average cloud cover in October
Échallens, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in October: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October - Échallens, Switzerland
Average visibility in October
Échallens, Switzerland
  • Average visibility in October: 9km

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

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