October weather forecast
Vernier, Switzerland

October

Weather in October

October plunges Vernier deeper into fall, with the city donning its autumnal colors in full stride. Although marked by a further drop in temperatures, October remains an ideal time for those keen to experience the crisp air and the fallen leaves crunching under their boots. The decrease in average temperatures to 14°C (57.2°F) and an uptick in rainfall days to 12.5 indicates the approaching winter. Nonetheless, the beauty of the changing season provides a stunning backdrop for both locals and tourists.

Temperature

The arrival of October correlates with a minor temperature reduction, down from September's refreshing 18°C (64.4°F) to a mild 14°C (57.2°F). October nights are marked by an average low-temperature of 5.2°C (41.4°F).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Vernier is 82%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 12.5 days and accumulates 41mm (1.61") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 2mm (0.08") of snow. Throughout the year, in Vernier, Switzerland, there are 23.9 snowfall days, and 306mm (12.05") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Vernier, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:34 and sunset at 19:15 CEST. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 07:15 and sunset at 17:22 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 6.6h.

UV index

In Vernier, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during October translates into the following guidance:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Vernier?
October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 14°C (57.2°F) and a low-temperature of 5.2°C (41.4°F).
What is the average humidity in October in Vernier?
In Vernier, the average relative humidity in October is 82%.
What is the driest month in Vernier?
The month with the least rainfall in Vernier, Switzerland, is October, when the rain falls for 12.5 days and typically collects 41mm (1.61") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in October in Vernier?
In Vernier, in October, during 12.5 rainfall days, 41mm (1.61") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When does it start snowing in Vernier?
October is the first month it typically snows in Vernier, Switzerland. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 2mm (0.08") of snow.
What is the average length of the day in October in Vernier?
In October, the average day length is 10h and 55min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Vernier?
In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:34 and sunset at 19:15 CEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:15 and sunset at 17:22 CET.
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October in Vernier?
On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Vernier, 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 Vernier have in October?
In Vernier, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.6h.
What is the UV index intensity in October in Vernier?
In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Vernier, Switzerland, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Vernier, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in October: 14°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (22.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 5.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (11.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-3.4°C).

Average pressure in October
Vernier, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in October: 1018.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.4mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Vernier, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2km/h).

Average humidity in October
Vernier, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in October: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (79%).

Average rainfall in October
Vernier, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in October: 41mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (86mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (41mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Vernier, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Vernier, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in October: 2mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (81mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October
Vernier, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Vernier, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Vernier, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Vernier, Switzerland
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Vernier, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Vernier, Switzerland
  • Average visibility in October: 8km

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

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