Mid-autumn · Weather & things to do
Interlaken in October
Interlaken cools off: highs slip to 61°F (16°C), from 69°F in September, with lows of 47°F (8°C) and about 4.2 in (107 mm) of rain.
It scores 74/100 for comfort, 2nd of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 61°F (16°C)
- Avg low
- 47°F (8°C)
- Rain
- 4.2 in (107 mm)
- Humidity
- 83%
- Cloud cover
- 68%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 37 min
- Comfort score
- 74/100 · Good
What October feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 61°F (16°C), good for long walks.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 47°F (8°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 4.2 in (107 mm).
Plan around October
October is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (September).
- Comfort slips from 82/100 in September to 74/100.
- October sits inside the May – Oct window our Swiss Lakes by Rail route recommends.
What to pack for October
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 47°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 4.2 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Interlaken in October
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Schynige Platte
Historic cog railway to an alpine garden and ridge walks.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Jun–Oct.
Trümmelbach Falls
Glacial falls thundering inside the mountain, reached by a tunnel lift.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Apr–Nov.
Giessbach Falls
Waterfalls dropping in 14 tiers, reached by boat and historic funicular.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best May–Oct.
Restaurant Schuh
Classic Swiss restaurant and confectioner on the Höhematte park.
Why now October scores 74/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Jungfraujoch
Rail trip to Europe's highest railway station, with glacier views.
Why now Highs near 61°F and 4.2 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in October
- Lucerne in October~33 mi · highs 61°F, 3.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Andermatt in October~34 mi · highs 45°F, 4.8 in rain · 9°C (16°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Zermatt in October~47 mi · highs 50°F, 2.8 in rain · 6°C (11°F) cooler by day, drier
- Zurich in October~57 mi · highs 59°F, 3.9 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~1,854 m to Interlaken's ~569 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Interlaken in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Interlaken?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 74/100 against a best of 82 in September. Expect highs of 61°F (16°C) and 4.2 in (107 mm) of rain. October is inside the May – Oct window our Swiss Lakes by Rail route recommends.
How cold is Interlaken in October?
Average highs are 61°F (16°C) and average lows 47°F (8°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Interlaken in October?
Some: about 4.2 in (107 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 54.3 in (1379 mm).
What should I pack for Interlaken in October?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 47°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 4.2 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Interlaken
Routes in season in October
- Swiss Lakes by Rail May – Oct
Planning Interlaken in October?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.