October weather forecast
Interlaken, Switzerland

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Weather in October

With fall in full swing in October, cooler temperatures become the norm in Interlaken. The days become shorter and average high temperature descends to a cool 8.4°C (47.1°F), a notable drop from September's 12.7°C (54.9°F). The distinctive autumn chill is present, and the colorful canon of fall foliage is at its peak. The gradually increasing rainfall marks the transition to the wetter months ahead. For photography enthusiasts and fall lovers, October presents Interlaken in its most vibrant, photogenic guise.

Temperature

Interlaken's weather in October involves a mild decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down slightly from September's cool 12.7°C (54.9°F) to a frosty 8.4°C (47.1°F). Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 0.5°C (32.9°F) in October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 83%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout October, 61mm (2.4") of precipitation is accumulated. In Interlaken, Switzerland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 192.3 days and collects up to 935mm (36.81") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Interlaken, Switzerland. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 15mm (0.59") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 53.3 snowfall days, and 968mm (38.11") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Interlaken, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:27 and sunset at 19:08 CEST. On the last day of October, in Interlaken, Switzerland, sunrise is at 07:09 and sunset at 17:14 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 6.2h.

UV index

In Interlaken, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Interlaken in October?

October temperatures in Interlaken vary between a high-temperature of 8.4°C (47.1°F) and a low-temperature of 0.5°C (32.9°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Interlaken?

In Interlaken, Switzerland, the average relative humidity in October is 83%.

How much does it rain in Interlaken in October?

In October, in Interlaken, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout October, 61mm (2.4") of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Interlaken?

October is the first month it typically snows in Interlaken. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 15mm (0.59") of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Interlaken?

In October, the average day length is 10h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Interlaken?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:27 and sunset at 19:08 CEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:09 and sunset at 17:14 CET.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October in Interlaken?

On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Interlaken, Switzerland, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. The next DST starts on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 02:00.

How many hours of sunshine does Interlaken have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Interlaken is 6.2h.

How high is the UV index in October in Interlaken?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Interlaken, Switzerland, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Interlaken, Switzerland

Average temperature in October - Interlaken, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in October: 8.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 0.5°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (7.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-10°C).

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Average pressure in October
Interlaken, Switzerland

Average pressure in October - Interlaken, 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 (1015.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in October
Interlaken, Switzerland

Average wind speed in October - Interlaken, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (8.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8km/h).

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Average humidity in October
Interlaken, Switzerland

Average humidity in October - Interlaken, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in October: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (81%).

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Average rainfall in October
Interlaken, Switzerland

Average rainfall in October - Interlaken, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in October: 61mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (118mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (50mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Interlaken, Switzerland

Average rainfall days in October - Interlaken, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Interlaken, Switzerland

Average snowfall in October - Interlaken, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in October: 15mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (211mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in October
Interlaken, Switzerland

Average snowfall days in October - Interlaken, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Interlaken, Switzerland

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Interlaken, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Interlaken, Switzerland

Average sunshine days in October - Interlaken, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.7 days).

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Average UV index in October
Interlaken, Switzerland

Average UV index in October - Interlaken, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Interlaken, Switzerland

Average cloud cover in October - Interlaken, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 41).

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Average visibility in October
Interlaken, Switzerland

Average visibility in October - Interlaken, Switzerland
  • Average visibility in October: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are July, August, October, November and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June and September (7km).

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