Munich vs Zurich

Munich and Zurich are closely matched in October. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Munich is on the cooler side at 14°C, requiring warmer clothing. Zurich is also comfortable at 15°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Munich is the stronger choice in October.

Munich reaches an average high of 14°C (57°F) and drops to 6°C (43°F) at night during October. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Zurich averages 15°C (59°F) for the high and 7°C (45°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in October.

Munich receives approximately 68 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during October. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Zurich sees 85 mm over 12 rain days. That makes Munich the drier option by 1 rain day and 17 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.