October weather forecastZug, Switzerland
October weather for Zug, Switzerland: October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Zug, Switzerland, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET.
October
Weather in October
With October, Zug embraces the full swing of fall, the weather becoming cooler with temperatures dropping from 4.6°C (40.3°F) to 13.4°C (56.1°F). Despite the colder feel, Zug maintains its charm, the diverse colors of fall painting the city beautifully. Outdoor activities trend more towards leaf peeping, hiking in nearby trails, and warm coffee in charming cafes. October creates a completely different ambiance - subdued yet cozy. Zug’s weather during this time prompts locals and tourists to truly cherish the beauty of fall and its transformative effect on the city.Temperature
As September shifts into October, a minor alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a refreshing 17.5°C (63.5°F) to a mild 13.4°C (56.1°F). An average low-temperature of 4.6°C (40.3°F) is common in Zug during the nights of October.Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity in Zug, Switzerland, is 79%.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout October, 64mm (2.52") of precipitation is accumulated. In Zug, during the entire year, the rain falls for 186.8 days and collects up to 981mm (38.62") 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 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 6mm (0.24") of snow. In Zug, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.5 days and aggregates up to 692mm (27.24") of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 52min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:25 and sunset at 19:05 CEST. On the last day of October, in Zug, sunrise is at 07:08 and sunset at 17:10 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 Zug, Switzerland, is 6.6h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: An average UV index of 3 in October transforms into this advice:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Zug, Switzerland
- Average high temperature in October: 13.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (22.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.2°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 4.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-4.9°C).
Average pressure in October
Zug, Switzerland
- Average pressure in October: 1018.6mbar
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
Zug, Switzerland
- Average wind speed in October: 6.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (8.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2km/h).
Average humidity in October
Zug, Switzerland
- Average humidity in October: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (77%).
Average rainfall in October
Zug, Switzerland
- Average rainfall in October: 64mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (121mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (52mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Zug, Switzerland
- Average rainfall days in October: 11.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (11.2 days).
Average snowfall in October
Zug, Switzerland
- Average snowfall in October: 6mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (169mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in October
Zug, Switzerland
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Zug, Switzerland
- Average daylight in October: 10h and 54min
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 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in October
Zug, Switzerland
- Average sunshine days in October: 18.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Zug, 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
Zug, Switzerland
- Average cloud cover in October: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in October
Zug, Switzerland
- Average visibility in October: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (8km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (7km).
