Temperatures in October
It's cool in October in Sankt Gallen with an average temperature of 14°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 11°C to a high of 16°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 5°C and 9°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Sankt Gallen in October. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of October
The month of October starts in Sankt Gallen with cool temperatures, averaging around 15°C during the day and nights close to 9°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Mid-October
By mid-October, the average daytime temperature drops to around 14°C, with nights close to 8°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Sankt Gallen will be around 12°C, with nights close to 7°C. There’s regular precipitation, but with a bit of luck, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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Precipitation in October
In October, there is an average of 106 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. Of the total precipitation, about 5,8 cm falls as snow in October. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
The average precipitation chance is 38% per day this month. The weather’s variable. Some days have higher and others lower precipitation chances, which lowers the average.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in October for Sankt Gallen. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Sankt Gallen in October |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
14°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
16°C | 17°C | |
| Low Temp |
11°C | 13°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
106 mm | 115 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
12 days | 14 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
5,8 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
2 days | 0 days | |
September
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Is October a good time to visit Sankt Gallen?
After some sun? Then October isn’t the best time to be in Sankt Gallen. There’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Sankt Gallen in October
With 25°C, Sankt Gallen hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in October 2023. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 2°C in 2018. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -2°C to a high of 15°C.
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Daily Temperature in October in Sankt Gallen
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in October in Sankt Gallen, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in October in Sankt Gallen
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Sankt Gallen, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect around 12 days of rain in Sankt Gallen.
Daily Snowfall in October in Sankt Gallen
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in October in Sankt Gallen, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in October.
Daily UV Index in October in Sankt Gallen
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Sankt Gallen, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in October in Sankt Gallen Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Sankt Gallen, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in October in Sankt Gallen Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Sankt Gallen, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in October in Sankt Gallen per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in October in Sankt Gallen, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in October for Sankt Gallen
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Average Weather in Sankt Gallen by Month
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