October weather forecast
Zürich, Switzerland

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Ships ashore on Lake Zürich, with a view of the Fraumunster and Grossmunster Churches on either side of the water, in Zürich, Switzerland
Ships ashore on Lake Zürich, with a view of the Fraumunster and Grossmunster Churches on either side of the water, in Zürich, Switzerland

Weather in October

October sees Zürich entering the heart of autumn with temperatures continuing to decrease. The weather begins to be more unpredictable, with the possibility of early snowfalls. However, the city keeps its charm with the fall foliage contrasted by the start of the early snow falls. The combination of pleasant sunshine and chillier winds make October an intriguing time to experience Zürich weather.

Temperature

October shows a mild decline in the average high-temperature, falling from September's comfortable 18.8°C (65.8°F) to a still refreshing 13.7°C (56.7°F). In the month of October, the average low-temperature usually rests at a frosty 7°C (44.6°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Zürich is 83%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 9.9 days. Throughout October, 86mm (3.39") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Zürich, there are 133.9 rainfall days, and 1133mm (44.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Zürich are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Zürich, Switzerland. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 8mm (0.31") of snow. Throughout the year, in Zürich, there are 20.4 snowfall days, and 850mm (33.46") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October 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 Zürich, 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

The average sunshine in October in Zürich is 3.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Zürich is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Zürich?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 13.7°C (56.7°F) and 7°C (44.6°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in October in Zürich?

The average relative humidity in October in Zürich is 83%.

How many days does it rain in October in Zürich?

In Zürich, in October, it is raining for 9.9 days, with typically 86mm (3.39") of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Zürich?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 8mm (0.31") of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Zürich?

In October, the average day length in Zürich, Switzerland, is 10h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Zürich?

On the first day of October in Zürich, Switzerland, sunrise is at 07:25 and sunset at 19:05 CEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:08 and sunset at 17:10 CET.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October in Zürich?

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 many hours of sunshine does Zürich have in October?

In Zürich, Switzerland, the average sunshine duration in October is 3.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Zürich?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Zürich, Switzerland, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Zürich, Switzerland

Average temperature in October - Zürich, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in October: 13.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (14°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-2°C).

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Average humidity in October
Zürich, Switzerland

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (69%).

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Average rainfall in October
Zürich, Switzerland

Average rainfall in October - Zürich, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in October: 86mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (128mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (63mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Zürich, Switzerland

Average rainfall days in October - Zürich, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Zürich, Switzerland

Average snowfall in October - Zürich, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in October: 8mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (220mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in October
Zürich, Switzerland

Average snowfall days in October - Zürich, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Zürich, Switzerland

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Zürich, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 24min).

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Average UV index in October
Zürich, Switzerland

Average UV index in October - Zürich, Switzerland
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

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