Zurich · AutumnMonth summary
Zurich weather in October
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
46°F – 59°F
🌧 Rainy days
37% of days
☀️ Sunshine
8.2h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Autumn
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
6.0/10
📅 📅 Best month
August (7.9/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Zurich in October?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you want to explore the city on foot without suffering from heat.
❌ No if: you're looking for a beach destination — water and air are still cool.
Our take: Zurich in October is possible but August offers a score of 7.9/10 vs 6.0.
By trip type
Zurich in October by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 🌿 Shoulder
Local context
What to expect in October
Autumn marks the end of peak season in Zurich. Temperatures drop (15°F) and rain returns (37% of days). Expect rain on 37% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. August (7.9/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌨️ January | 28°F | 39°F | 45% | 0.1in | 5.3h | 2.4/10 |
| 🌦️ February | 30°F | 45°F | 41% | 0.1in | 7.3h | 4.0/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 34°F | 50°F | 41% | 0.1in | 9.4h | 4.7/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 39°F | 59°F | 41% | 0.1in | 11.6h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ May | 46°F | 64°F | 56% | 0.2in | 11.8h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ June | 57°F | 75°F | 50% | 0.2in | 13.2h | 7.7/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 59°F | 77°F | 50% | 0.2in | 13.3h | 7.7/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 59°F | 77°F | 40% | 0.2in | 12.4h | 7.9/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 54°F | 68°F | 41% | 0.1in | 10.5h | 7.2/10 |
| ⛅ October | 46°F | 59°F | 37% | 0.1in | 8.2h | 6.0/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 36°F | 46°F | 43% | 0.1in | 5.9h | 4.0/10 |
| 🌦️ December | 30°F | 41°F | 46% | 0.1in | 4.6h | 2.1/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In October, Zurich averages 59°F, 37% rainy days and 8.2h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 6.0/10.
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Comparison
October vs August (best month)
The best month is August (score 7.9/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +10°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : +3%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +4.2h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Zurich in October
Is October a good time to visit Zurich?
October is an acceptable time for Zurich (score 6.0/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider August (7.9/10) if possible.
What to do in Zurich in October?
With 59°F max and 8.2h of sunshine, focus on cultural sites, museums and local gastronomy.
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