2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Zermatt in October

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Climate Overview

October is a wet time to visit Zermatt. Zermatt has a Cool climate with average yearly highs of 6°C, lows of 0°C, and approximately 13 rainy days per month.

Avg High

6°C

Avg Low

0°C

Rainy days

13days

Daylight

11h

Is October a good time to visit Zermatt?

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Daylight

Sunrise

7:46 AM

Sunset

6:45 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 1°C -5°C 7 Excellent (best)
February 3°C -3°C 14 Excellent (best)
March 3°C -6°C 11 Excellent (best)
April 7°C 0°C 5 Good
May 11°C 4°C 10 Good
June 14°C 6°C 15 Excellent (best)
July 19°C 9°C 9 Excellent (best)
August 19°C 9°C 12 Excellent (best)
September 15°C 6°C 12 Excellent (best)
October 6°C 0°C 13 Wet
November 6°C -1°C 3 Good
December -1°C -7°C 18 Excellent (best)

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for October

Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.

Climate: Cool
Travel Context Brisk but pleasant—ideal for hiking or city walks with a light jacket.

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Common Questions

Is October a good time to visit Zermatt? +

October is typically Wet for visiting Zermatt, with average highs of 6°C and around 13 rainy days.

What should I pack for Zermatt in October? +

With highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C in {month}, we recommend: Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.

Does it rain a lot in Zermatt in October? +

Zermatt typically sees around 13 rainy days in October.

How many hours of daylight are there in Zermatt in October? +

In October, Zermatt gets approximately 11 hours of daylight per day.

Is October peak season in Zermatt? +

No, October is not peak season in Zermatt. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Zermatt? +

The best months to visit Zermatt are December, January, February, March, June, July, August, September, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Europe/Zurich)

Last Updated: January 2026

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