Lake Garda · October
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 6° (43°)0– (32–)11 (52) | 9° (48°)3– (37–)14 (57) | 14° (57°)6– (43–)20 (68) | 18° (64°)9– (48–)24 (75) | 22° (72°)13– (55–)28 (82) | 27° (81°)20– (68–)32 (90) | 30° (86°)23– (73–)33 (91) | 29° (84°)21– (70–)34 (93) | 25° (77°)17– (63–)29 (84) | 19° (66°)12– (54–)23 (73) | 12° (54°)6– (43–)17 (63) | 7° (45°)1– (34–)12 (54) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 0° (32°)-5– (23–)4 (39) | 2° (36°)-5– (23–)6 (43) | 5° (41°)-2– (28–)9 (48) | 9° (48°)2– (36–)12 (54) | 13° (55°)7– (45–)18 (64) | 18° (64°)11– (52–)22 (72) | 20° (68°)14– (57–)24 (75) | 19° (66°)13– (55–)23 (73) | 16° (61°)10– (50–)19 (66) | 11° (52°)4– (39–)16 (61) | 6° (43°)-2– (28–)11 (52) | 1° (34°)-5– (23–)6 (43) |
☀️Sunshine | 4h UV 3 | 5h UV 4 | 6h UV 6 | 7h UV 7 | 6h UV 7 | 8h UV 8 | 8h UV 8 | 7h UV 7 | 6h UV 6 | 5h UV 4 | 4h UV 3 | 3h UV 3 |
🌧Rain Days | 5d57mm (2.2") | 5d52mm (2.0") | 6d64mm (2.5") | 8d78mm (3.1") | 9d95mm (3.7") | 7d67mm (2.6") | 6d61mm (2.4") | 6d72mm (2.8") | 6d72mm (2.8") | 6d80mm (3.1") | 7d86mm (3.4") | 5d54mm (2.1") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Post-season — prices falling after the travel period, beaches and attractions quieter.
October in Lake Garda is on the cool side — with highs around 19°C (66°F) it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Daytime highs average 19°C (66°F), cooling to 11°C (52°F) at night (daily average: 14°C (57°F)). Peaks reach around 23°C (73°F), the coldest nights around 4°C (39°F). With 5 sunshine hours per day and 6 rain days (80 mm (3.1 in)), this is one of the cloudier months.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed comfortably at this time of year.
The best time for anyone who doesn't need to swim: the light turns soft, the olive harvest begins, and the osterie on the eastern shore have tables again without a reservation. By November the first hotels close and the lake turns grey and vast.
Packing list for Lake Garda in October
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is October a good time to visit Lake Garda?
- October is not an optimal month for Lake Garda (Score: 53/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Lake Garda in October?
- In October, Lake Garda sees daily highs of 19°C (66°F). Nights cool to 11°C (52°F), with a daily average of 14°C (57°F). Peaks reach around 23°C (73°F), the coldest nights around 4°C (39°F).
- How much rain falls in Lake Garda in October?
- In October, Lake Garda receives an average of 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain over 6 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Lake Garda get in October?
- Lake Garda averages 5 sunshine hours per day in October — below the annual average.
