Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
October
Weather in October
Temperature
October is marked by a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a comfortable 18.3°C (64.9°F) in September to a still refreshing 13.5°C (56.3°F). In October, the average low-temperature records at a cold 4.5°C (40.1°F) during the nights.Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout October, 54mm (2.13") of precipitation is accumulated. In Gettnau, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.6 days and collects up to 789mm (31.06") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.9 snowfall days, it receives 52mm (2.05") of snow. In Gettnau, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.1 days and aggregates up to 1284mm (50.55") of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day 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 17:13 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
The average sunshine in October is 6.4h.UV index
January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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What time are sunrise and sunset in October?
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What are the months with the lowest UV index?
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Average temperature in October
Gettnau, Switzerland
- Average high temperature in October: 13.5°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 (2.3°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 4.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (11.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-4.3°C).
Average pressure in October
Gettnau, Switzerland
- Average pressure in October: 1018.6mbar
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
Gettnau, Switzerland
- Average wind speed in October: 6.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1km/h).
Average humidity in October
Gettnau, Switzerland
- Average humidity in October: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (77%).
Average rainfall in October
Gettnau, Switzerland
- Average rainfall in October: 54mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (99mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (37mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Gettnau, Switzerland
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.4 days).
Average snowfall in October
Gettnau, Switzerland
- Average snowfall in October: 52mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (269mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in October
Gettnau, Switzerland
- Average snowfall days in October: 1.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Gettnau, 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 2min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in October
Gettnau, Switzerland
- Average sunshine days in October: 17.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Gettnau, 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
Gettnau, Switzerland
- Average cloud cover in October: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in October
Gettnau, Switzerland
- Average visibility in October: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (8km).
