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.
6°C
0°C
13days
11h
Is October a good time to visit Zermatt?
It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.
Daylight
7:46 AM
6:45 PM
Weather by Month
| 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.
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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.
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