October weather forecast
Pfaffnau, Switzerland

October

Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Pfaffnau, Switzerland, with an average temperature varying between 13.9°C (57°F) and 4.5°C (40.1°F).

Temperature

Pfaffnau's October weather shows a modest shift in high-temperatures, falling from September's comfortable 18.8°C (65.8°F) to a moderate 13.9°C (57°F). Pfaffnau records an average nighttime low of 4.5°C (40.1°F) in October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Pfaffnau, during October, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 61mm (2.4") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 190.8 rainfall days, and 880mm (34.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Pfaffnau, Switzerland, are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 9mm (0.35") of snow. In Pfaffnau, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.9 days and aggregates up to 652mm (25.67") of snow.

Daylight

In Pfaffnau, the average length of the day in October 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

In Pfaffnau, the average sunshine in October is 6.3h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Pfaffnau. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in October translates into these instructions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Pfaffnau?
During October, Pfaffnau experiences an average high-temperature of 13.9°C (57°F) and a low-temperature of 4.5°C (40.1°F).
What is the average humidity in October in Pfaffnau?
In Pfaffnau, the average relative humidity in October is 83%.
How many days does it rain in October in Pfaffnau?
In Pfaffnau, Switzerland, in October, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 61mm (2.4") of accumulated precipitation.
When does it start to snow in Pfaffnau?
October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 9mm (0.35") of snow.
How many hours of daylight does Pfaffnau have in October?
In October, the average day length in Pfaffnau is 10h and 52min.
When are sunrise and sunset in October in Pfaffnau?
In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:27 and sunset at 19:07 CEST. On the last day of the month, in Pfaffnau, Switzerland, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 17:13 CET.
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October in Pfaffnau?
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 Pfaffnau?
The average sunshine duration in October in Pfaffnau is 6.3h.
When is the lowest UV index in Pfaffnau?
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
What is the UV index intensity in October in Pfaffnau?
In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Pfaffnau, Switzerland, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October - Pfaffnau, Switzerland
Average temperature in October
Pfaffnau, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in October: 13.9°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (23.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 4.5°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (11.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-3.4°C).

Average pressure in October - Pfaffnau, Switzerland
Average pressure in October
Pfaffnau, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in October: 1018.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.6mbar).

Average wind speed in October - Pfaffnau, Switzerland
Average wind speed in October
Pfaffnau, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9km/h).

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (78%).

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (106mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (45mm).

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in October - Pfaffnau, Switzerland
Average snowfall in October
Pfaffnau, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in October: 9mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (153mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October - Pfaffnau, Switzerland
Average snowfall days in October
Pfaffnau, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October - Pfaffnau, Switzerland
Average sunshine days in October
Pfaffnau, 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 May (6.6 days).

Average UV index in October - Pfaffnau, Switzerland
Average UV index in October
Pfaffnau, 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 - Pfaffnau, Switzerland
Average cloud cover in October
Pfaffnau, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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

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

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