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
The arrival of October corresponds with a minor reduction in the average high-temperature, down from September's refreshing 15.1°C (59.2°F) to a cool 11°C (51.8°F). Saanen encounters an average low-temperature of 1.5°C (34.7°F) during October nights.Humidity
July, August and October, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the least humid months in Saanen.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 5.4 days. Throughout October, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is accumulated. In Saanen, Switzerland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 86 days and collects up to 404mm (15.91") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 9mm (0.35") of snow. Throughout the year, in Saanen, there are 35.6 snowfall days, and 977mm (38.46") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day in Saanen, Switzerland, is 10h and 54min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:30 and sunset at 19:10 CEST. On the last day of October, in Saanen, sunrise is at 07:11 and sunset at 17:17 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 in Saanen is 6.7h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October in Saanen is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in October leads to these guidelines:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
What are October temperatures in Saanen?
What is the least humid month in Saanen?
What is the average humidity in October in Saanen?
How much does it rain in Saanen in October?
When does it start to snow in Saanen?
What is the average length of the day in October in Saanen?
What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Saanen?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October in Saanen?
How many hours of sunshine does Saanen have in October?
How high is the UV index in October in Saanen?
Average temperature in October
Saanen, Switzerland
- Average high temperature in October: 11°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (19.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (-0.3°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 1.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (7.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-9.1°C).
Average pressure in October
Saanen, Switzerland
- Average pressure in October: 1018.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.3mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Saanen, Switzerland
- Average wind speed in October: 7.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (9.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5km/h).
Average humidity in October
Saanen, Switzerland
- Average humidity in October: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and October (79%).
Average rainfall in October
Saanen, Switzerland
- Average rainfall in October: 23mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (53mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (13mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Saanen, Switzerland
- Average rainfall days in October: 5.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).
Average snowfall in October
Saanen, Switzerland
- Average snowfall in October: 9mm
The month with the highest snowfall is December (236mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in October
Saanen, Switzerland
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Saanen, 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 42min).
- Average sunshine in October: 6h and 4min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in October
Saanen, Switzerland
- Average sunshine days in October: 24.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.8 days).
Average UV index in October
Saanen, Switzerland
- Average UV index in October: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Saanen, Switzerland
- Average cloud cover in October: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and October (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in October
Saanen, Switzerland
- Average visibility in October: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, August, October, November and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May and September (7km).
