Cool
Average highs are around 10°C, so pack for cooler days.
Weather Guide
Switzerland Average Monthly Weather
Weather score29Poor annual avg
Best months: July, August, September
Across the year, average daytime temperatures are around 9°C, sunshine averages 4.8h per day, and rainfall totals about 1228mm. Sea temperatures average 0°C across the year.
Annual weather
Annual averages
Temp
9°C
Rain
1228mm
Annual total
Sun
4.8h
Sea
0°C
Weather score
29
Poor avg
Seasonal climate calendar
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Trip feel
Showers
Rainfall averages 87mm, so some wet days are possible.
Limited sun
Sunshine averages 4.4h per day, so this is not one of the brighter months.
Cool sea
Sea temperatures average 0°C, so the water can feel cool.
Map
Weather map
Compare Switzerland with nearby places by weather score, rain, sun, temperature, and swim conditions.
Temperature
October10°C average high
October is close to Switzerland's yearly temperature average, giving a typical read on daytime heat.
Warmest monthsJune to September
This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.
Rain
October87mm average rain
October sits on the drier side of Switzerland's year, which helps with sightseeing and transfers.
Driest monthsJanuary to April and October to December
This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.
Sun
October4.4 hours average sun
October sits close to Switzerland's yearly sunshine average, so it is a middle-of-the-pack month for bright days.
Brightest monthsJune to August
This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.
Sea temperature
October0°C average sea
October is close to Switzerland's usual sea temperature, with limited seasonal change in the water.
Warmest seaAll year
Sea temperatures stay warm enough for easy swimming through the year.
Weather score
October27 weather score
October scores below Switzerland's yearly average, so the weather trade-offs are more noticeable.
Best weather monthsJuly to August
These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.
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