October 18 is generally a great time to visit Colmar. While there is a slight chance of rain (24%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 16°C weather. It's a great middle-ground for visiting Colmar—enough activity to feel the pulse, but no overwhelming lines.
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Essential Travel Info for Colmar
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
French
Driving
Right side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.895
Colmar Weather Forecast for October 18
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 15.5°C. 24% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Colmar in October
Based on historical data for October 18, Colmar typically experiences temperatures between 7.8°C and 15.5°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (24% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Colmar
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
15.5°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
7.8°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
15.5°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
24%
Avg 1.4mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
70%
Overcast
Pressure
1017.1 hPa
Medium volatility
Colmar Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 92% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 80 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 120 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 200 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
12.4°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in France
Flight Traffic
Moderate
57/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~17
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Colmar
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:54
☀️ Noon
12:16
🌇 Sunset
17:38
⏱️ Daylight
10h 43m
Wind Speed
10.3 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
6.5 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
82%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Colmar
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Colmar on October 18 averages 15.5°C with a 24% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 84/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Colmar Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
October 11
16.9°C • 21% rain
Score
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October 12
16.7°C • 21% rain
Score
89
October 13
16.5°C • 19% rain
Score
88
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Colmar Worth Visiting on October 18?
Planning a trip to Colmar on October 18? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 15.5°C with a 24% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 17 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for France, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest October 18 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 21.5°C in 2017, while the coldest dropped to 4.4°C in 2021.