Verdict: Good month
Zurich Weather in October
October is mild-to-cool in Zurich, topping out near 16°C (61°F) — comfortable with a layer on. Expect showers on roughly 12 days of the month — rarely trip-ruining, worth planning around. Overall, October is a solid month to visit Zurich.
Average high
16°C / 61°F
Average low
8°C / 46°F
Rain days
~12
Precipitation
100 mm
What to pack for Zurich in October
- Layers — t-shirts under a light jacket or sweater
- Evenings turn genuinely cool — pack a warm layer for after dark
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 12 days
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
October against the rest of the year
Warmest in Zurich: Jul (25°C / 77°F) · Coolest: Jan (5°C / 41°F) · Wettest: May (~18 rain days)
5°
-1°
Jan
9°
0°
Feb
11°
1°
Mar
14°
4°
Apr
18°
9°
May
23°
14°
Jun
25°
15°
Jul
25°
15°
Aug
20°
12°
Sep
16°
8°
Oct
9°
3°
Nov
5°
0°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)