If you plan to visit Dresden in October, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +57°F during the day and approximately 6 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 16 rainy days in the month and around 57 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+57°F
Avg. max. temperature
+25°F
Min.
+82°F
Max.
57 mm
Total precipitation
80%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
6 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
16 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Dresden has OK weather in October.
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Average temperature in Dresden in October
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Dresden for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +82°F during the day to a minimum of +34°F during the night, the temperature in October averages around +64°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 33% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +73°F to +57°F.
Is Dresden warm or cold in October?
Dresden is typically mild in October.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +66°F to +57°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +52°F to +45°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Dresden:
Climate in Dresden in October
Dresden weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
September
October
November
Avg. temperature
+66°F
+57°F
+46°F
Min. temperature
+36°F
+25°F
+14°F
Max. temperature
+93°F
+82°F
+68°F
Rainfall
65 mm
57 mm
55 mm
Wind
2 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Humidity
76%
80%
84%
Air pressure
1015 HPa
1015 HPa
1014 HPa
Sunny days
7
6
4
Cloudy days
6
9
9
Rainy days
16
16
13
Snowy days
0
0
4
October weather is still as ok as in September.It’s getting colder in October. From +66°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +57°F.As October arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 65 mm to 57 mm.Humidity rises from 76% to 80%.Winds are stronger in comparison to September, going up from 2 m/s to 3 m/s on average.The days becoming less sunny, going from 7 sunny days in September to 6 in October.
November brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Dresden in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Dresden is gradually increasing during October, going from 2 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Dresden based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 61% chance of rain on an average day in October, with total rainfall of approximately 114 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 16 mm, which is considered light rain.October is a pretty wet month with over 19 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how October is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Dresden wettest month is July, where a typical day has a 55% chance of precipitation and 94 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 28% chance of precipitation and 35 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last October in Dresden?
This is the weather in Dresden in October 2023:
1 October
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+73°F
2 October
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+83°F
3 October
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+82°F
4 October
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+65°F
5 October
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+66°F
6 October
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+70°F
7 October
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+67°F
8 October
☀️
+65°F
9 October
🌧️
+58°F
10 October
🌧️
+66°F
11 October
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+79°F
12 October
🌧️
+69°F
13 October
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+74°F
14 October
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+71°F
15 October
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+55°F
16 October
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+51°F
17 October
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+54°F
18 October
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+54°F
19 October
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+51°F
20 October
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+53°F
21 October
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+70°F
22 October
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+61°F
23 October
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+63°F
24 October
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+61°F
25 October
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+59°F
26 October
☁️
+57°F
27 October
🌧️
+53°F
28 October
🌧️
+58°F
29 October
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+59°F
30 October
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+66°F
31 October
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+57°F
In October 2023 Dresden had 22 sunny days, 3 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +64°F, with an absolute maximum of +82°F and a minimum of +52°F. The average humidity was 80%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 39%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in October?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Dresden climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Dresden in October has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1996 (+52°F) and the highest in 2022 (+61°F). The driest year was 2018 with only 467 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2016 with 1084 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Dresden in October:
Is October a good time to visit Dresden?
It’s always a good time to visit Dresden, but the weather is changeable in October, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Dresden in October?
October has mild temperatures in Dresden. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Is Dresden rainy in October?
Dresden is often rainy in October. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Dresden in October?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Dresden in October, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in Germany
Check out the weather for other cities in Germany.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Dresden, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
