October weather forecast
Locarno, Switzerland

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Weather in October

October in Locarno ushers in more pronounced fall weather with significant temperature drop to a high of 11.5°C (52.7°F). Nature paints a vivid palette of autumn colours throughout the city, from lakeshores to mountain slopes. Temperature drops further at night, leading to chilly evenings that call for layered clothing. The fading daylight and falling leaves add to the city's autumnal charm. With fairly pleasant weather during the day, October offers an enhanced experience of Switzerland’s autumn glory.

Temperature

Locarno's October weather features a mild decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a refreshing 16.5°C (61.7°F) in September to a fresh 11.5°C (52.7°F). Throughout the month of October, Locarno witnesses an average temperature of 3.4°C (38.1°F).

Humidity

In Locarno, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

In Locarno, Switzerland, in October, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 119mm (4.69") of accumulated precipitation. In Locarno, during the entire year, the rain falls for 200.8 days and collects up to 1253mm (49.33") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Locarno. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 14mm (0.55") of snow. In Locarno, during the entire year, snow falls for 63.5 days and aggregates up to 1500mm (59.06") of snow.

Daylight

In Locarno, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:23 and sunset at 19:04 CEST. On the last day of October, in Locarno, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 17:11 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 6.5h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Locarno. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during October leads to these advisories:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Locarno?

In October, in Locarno, the average high-temperature is 11.5°C (52.7°F), and the average low-temperature is 3.4°C (38.1°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Locarno?

The average relative humidity in October in Locarno, Switzerland, is 80%.

How many days does it rain in October in Locarno?

In Locarno, Switzerland, during October, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 119mm (4.69") of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Locarno?

October is the first month it typically snows in Locarno. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 14mm (0.55") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Locarno have in October?

In October, the average day length in Locarno, Switzerland, is 10h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Locarno?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:23 and sunset at 19:04 CEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 17:11 CET.

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

On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Locarno, 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 Locarno?

In Locarno, Switzerland, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Locarno?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Locarno?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Locarno is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Locarno, Switzerland

Average temperature in October - Locarno, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in October: 11.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (21.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (0.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 3.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-5.9°C).

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Average pressure in October
Locarno, Switzerland

Average pressure in October - Locarno, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in October: 1018.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in October
Locarno, Switzerland

Average wind speed in October - Locarno, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.8km/h).

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Average humidity in October
Locarno, Switzerland

Average humidity in October - Locarno, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

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Average rainfall in October
Locarno, Switzerland

Average rainfall in October - Locarno, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in October: 119mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (164mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (45mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Locarno, Switzerland

Average rainfall days in October - Locarno, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (25.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Locarno, Switzerland

Average snowfall in October - Locarno, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in October: 14mm

The month with the highest snowfall is November (334mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in October
Locarno, Switzerland

Average snowfall days in October - Locarno, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.8 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
Locarno, Switzerland

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Locarno, Switzerland

Average sunshine days in October - Locarno, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (3.1 days).

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Average UV index in October
Locarno, Switzerland

Average UV index in October - Locarno, 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, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Locarno, Switzerland

Average cloud cover in October - Locarno, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in October
Locarno, Switzerland

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

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

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