Switzerland Interlaken Weather in October — Climate Guide
October in Interlaken is high
Interlaken Weather in October — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 14° / 5°
- Rainfall
- 85mm · 10 days
- Crowds
- Moderate
As of 2026, Interlaken in October averages a high of 14°C and low of 5°C with 85mm of rain over about 10 days. Cool autumn. Warm coat + sweater.
October is high for Interlaken.
Autumn foliage peak in valley. Mountain cable cars closing for maintenance late October. Shoulder pricing.
Travel score
Interlaken October Weather Stats
Avg High
14°C
Avg Low
5°C
Rainy Days
10
85mm total
Sunshine
5h
Daily avg
Humidity
80%
moderate
UV Index
4
Moderate
Wind
9 km/h
Gusts 22
Sea Temp
11°C
no swimming
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
October Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
12 μg/m³
PM10
22 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
12°C
Nighttime
4°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
9 km/h
Max gust 22 km/h
Activities Recommended for October
October Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Autumn foliage peak
- 14°C pleasant
- Shoulder pricing
- Jungfraujoch still operating
Cons
- Some cable cars closing late October
- Daylight 11h
October Events & Festivals
- Mountain closures begin late October
Interlaken in October — Full Picture
Autumn foliage peak in valley. Mountain cable cars closing for maintenance late October. Shoulder pricing.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Cool autumn. Warm coat + sweater.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
14°C
4.3°C
12.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
23.7°C
12°C
13/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current13.7°C
5°C
11/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
4°C
-2.3°C
9.7/mo
Interlaken Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3° | -3° | 10d·75mm | 3h | 80% | 1 | Busy | Peak | |
| 5° | -2° | 9d·65mm | 4h | 78% | 2 | Busy | Peak | |
| 10° | 1° | 11d·80mm | 5h | 75% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 14° | 4° | 13d·100mm | 6h | 73% | 5 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 18° | 8° | 14d·130mm | 7h | 70% | 6 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| June (Best) | 22° | 11° | 14d·140mm | 7h | 72% | 8 | Busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 25° | 13° | 12d·130mm | 8h | 72% | 9 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 24° | 12° | 13d·130mm | 7h | 75% | 8 | Very busy | Peak |
| September (Best) | 20° | 10° | 11d·100mm | 6h | 78% | 6 | Busy | Peak |
| 14° | 5° | 10d·85mm | 5h | 80% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 7° | 0° | 12d·100mm | 3h | 80% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 4° | -2° | 10d·75mm | 3h | 80% | 1 | Busy | Peak |
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Interlaken October Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is October a good time to visit Interlaken?
Interlaken in October is high. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Interlaken in October?
Interlaken October averages a high of 14°C and a low of 5°C.
Does it rain much in Interlaken in October?
Interlaken October averages 85mm of rainfall over about 10 rainy days.
What should I wear in Interlaken in October?
Cool autumn. Warm coat + sweater.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Interlaken in October?
Interlaken October sunrise is 07:35 and sunset is 18:45, with 11h 10min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Interlaken in October?
Interlaken October air quality (AQI) averages 35, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 12μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Interlaken in October?
In October, Interlaken is great for Jungfraujoch, Lauterbrunnen autumn foliage, Grindelwald.
Is October peak season in Interlaken?
Interlaken October crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.