October 20 is generally a great time to visit Zurich. While there is a slight chance of rain (28%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 15°C weather. Zurich is currently in its most popular travel window, meaning vibrant crowds and premium pricing.
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Essential Travel Info for Zurich
Currency
CHF
Fr. Swiss franc
Language
French
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Driving
Right side
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.357
Zurich Weather Forecast for October 20
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 14.8°C. 28% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Zurich in October
Based on historical data for October 20, Zurich typically experiences temperatures between 7.1°C and 14.8°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. With a 28% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Zurich
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
14.8°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
7.1°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
14.8°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
28%
Avg 1.7mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
71%
Overcast
Pressure
1016 hPa
High volatility
Zurich Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 95% 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
🔴 73 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 110 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 183 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
12.1°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 Switzerland
Flight Traffic
High
97/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~525
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Zurich
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:52
☀️ Noon
12:11
🌇 Sunset
17:31
⏱️ Daylight
10h 39m
Wind Speed
9 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
6.3 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
84%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Zurich
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
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, Zurich on October 20 averages 14.8°C with a 28% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 89/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Zurich Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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October 16
15°C • 22% rain
Score
92
October 17
14.9°C • 22% rain
Score
92
October 18
14.8°C • 24% rain
Score
91
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📍 Is Zurich Worth Visiting on October 20?
Planning a trip to Zurich on October 20? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 14.8°C with a 28% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 525 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating peak tourist activity.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Switzerland, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest October 20 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 19.3°C in 2022, while the coldest dropped to 3.9°C in 2016.