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
Saas-Balen's progression into October involves a minor drop in the average high-temperature, slightly receding from a cool 10.5°C (50.9°F) in September to a chilly 6°C (42.8°F). Nighttime temperatures in October average to a freezing cold -1.5°C (29.3°F).Humidity
In Saas-Balen, the average relative humidity in October is 84%.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout October, 130mm (5.12") of precipitation is accumulated. In Saas-Balen, Switzerland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.3 days and collects up to 1541mm (60.67") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through June, August through December are months with snowfall. In Saas-Balen, in October, snow falls for 6.3 days, with typically accumulated 335mm (13.19") of snow. In Saas-Balen, during the entire year, snow falls for 126.3 days and aggregates up to 4942mm (194.57") of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 10h and 55min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 07:27 and sunset at 19:08 CEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:08 and sunset at 17:15 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 Saas-Balen, the average sunshine in October is 5.7h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The UV index of 2 during October leads to these advisories:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in October
Saas-Balen, Switzerland
- Average high temperature in October: 6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (14.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.6°C).
- Average low temperature in October: -1.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (5.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-12.3°C).
Average pressure in October
Saas-Balen, Switzerland
- Average pressure in October: 1018.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.1mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Saas-Balen, Switzerland
- Average wind speed in October: 7.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (9.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8km/h).
Average humidity in October
Saas-Balen, Switzerland
- Average humidity in October: 84%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (82%).
Average rainfall in October
Saas-Balen, Switzerland
- Average rainfall in October: 130mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (199mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (51mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Saas-Balen, Switzerland
- Average rainfall days in October: 12.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (26.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.1 days).
Average snowfall in October
Saas-Balen, Switzerland
- Average snowfall in October: 335mm
The month with the highest snowfall is November (1182mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (0mm).
Average snowfall days in October
Saas-Balen, Switzerland
- Average snowfall days in October: 6.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (21.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0.1 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Saas-Balen, 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: 5h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in October
Saas-Balen, Switzerland
- Average sunshine days in October: 13.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Saas-Balen, Switzerland
- Average UV index in October: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and April (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Saas-Balen, Switzerland
- Average cloud cover in October: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 45).
Average visibility in October
Saas-Balen, Switzerland
- Average visibility in October: 7km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are March, April and November (6km).
