Zurich · October
Run in the morning.
Cool month: average high 60°F, low 46°F. Humidity averages 83% — the limiting factor on most runs. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
Avg high / low
60° / 46°F
Humidity
83%
Rain days
14/mo
Wind
7 mph
What October feels like in Zurich
Sunrise
07:46
Mid-month average
Sunset
18:37
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Zurich in October
The kit for October in Zurich: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
October vs the surrounding months
vs September
-8° avg high
0 rain days
Zurich in September →
October
60°F avg high
14 rain days
Best: morning
vs November
+11° avg high
-1 rain days
Zurich in November →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Zurich in October?+
Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
What's the average temperature in Zurich in October?+
Average high 60°F, average low 46°F.
How does October compare to surrounding months in Zurich?+
Compared to September (avg high 68°F), October is cooler. Compared to November (avg high 48°F), October is warmer.
Does it rain often in Zurich in October?+
Expect about 14 measurable rain days in October, on average.