October weather forecast
Gampelen, Switzerland

October

Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Gampelen, Switzerland, with an average temperature ranging between max 13.6°C (56.5°F) and min 4.5°C (40.1°F).

Temperature

As September transitions into October, Gampelen sees a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a comfortable 18.1°C (64.6°F) to a still refreshing 13.6°C (56.5°F). During October, Gampelen's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 4.5°C (40.1°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 84%.

Rainfall

In October, in Gampelen, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout October, 42mm (1.65") of precipitation is accumulated. In Gampelen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 179.2 days and collects up to 566mm (22.28") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Gampelen. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 2mm (0.08") of snow. Throughout the year, in Gampelen, there are 31.2 snowfall days, and 238mm (9.37") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 53min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 07:31 and sunset at 19:11 CEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 17:16 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 6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in October leads to these recommendations:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Gampelen?
In Gampelen, 13.6°C (56.5°F) is the average high-temperature and 4.5°C (40.1°F) is the average low-temperature during October.
What is the average humidity in October in Gampelen?
In October, the average relative humidity in Gampelen is 84%.
How much does it rain in Gampelen in October?
In Gampelen, Switzerland, during October, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 42mm (1.65") of precipitation.
When does it start to snow in Gampelen?
October is the first month it typically snows in Gampelen, Switzerland. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 2mm (0.08") of snow.
How many hours of daylight does Gampelen have in October?
In Gampelen, the average day length in October is 10h and 53min.
When are sunrise and sunset in October in Gampelen?
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 07:31 and sunset at 19:11 CEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 17:16 CET.
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October in Gampelen?
On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Gampelen, 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 Gampelen?
The average sunshine duration in October in Gampelen is 6h.
How high is the UV index in October in Gampelen?
In Gampelen, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Gampelen, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in October: 13.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (22.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 4.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (11.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-3.3°C).

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.6mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Gampelen, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.1km/h).

Average humidity in October
Gampelen, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in October: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (79%).

Average rainfall in October
Gampelen, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in October: 42mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and August (75mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (27mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Gampelen, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Gampelen, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in October: 2mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (65mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October
Gampelen, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Gampelen, 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: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Gampelen, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Gampelen, 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
Gampelen, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in October: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

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

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

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