Stuttgart in October

In October, Stuttgart averages 16°C (62°F) during the day and 8°C (47°F) at night, with around 12 days of rain (65 mm total).

Shoulder

Conditions are cool — bring a jacket for evenings. Plan for unsettled weather and bring rain gear.

October in Stuttgart is outside the typical sweet spot for sightseeing weather. It can still be a great time to visit if you have specific reasons (festivals, off-season pricing, etc.).

16°C
Avg high
8°C
Avg low
12
Rain days
65 mm
Rainfall

How October compares to the rest of the year in Stuttgart

6th
warmest month of the 12
7th
wettest month of the 12
8%
of yearly rainfall falls in October
10 h 52 min
daylight on the 15th

October is in the middle of the year for warmth in Stuttgart (6th of 12) and moderately rainy compared to the rest of the year (7th of 12). Daytime temperature runs 1°C above the annual average (16°C). October runs 5°C cooler than September (21°C) and cools 6°C in November (10°C).

October sunrise & sunset in Stuttgart

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Sunrise (15th)
7:42 AM
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Sunset (15th)
6:35 PM
Day length
10 h 52 min

Times shown for Stuttgart local time (Europe/Berlin), calculated for the 15th of October. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.

Photography light in Stuttgart — October

Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of October, in Stuttgart's local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).

🌅 Blue hour (AM)
6:42 AM – 7:22 AM
🌄 Golden hour (AM)
7:22 AM – 8:22 AM
🌇 Golden hour (PM)
5:55 PM – 6:55 PM
🌆 Blue hour (PM)
6:55 PM – 7:35 PM
Milky Way galactic core
Poor
Core barely rises (or hasn't yet returned for the season). Consider a different month.

📅 When to book — Stuttgart in October

Travel writers usually only tell you when to go. Here's when to book flights and lodging for the best mix of price and availability, based on October's tier (Shoulder) and Stuttgart's popularity.

✈ Flights — lead time
6-10 weeks
Sweet spot for value. Major fare-sales (US: Black Friday, EU: post-Easter) hit hardest in shoulder months for shoulder travel.
🏨 Lodging — lead time
4-8 weeks
Lots of selection. Look for shoulder-season packages — many hotels add value (free breakfast, spa credit) to fill rooms.

October in Germany — events that affect travel

Known cultural, religious, or national events that surge prices, fill hotels, or close businesses during this month. Plan around them, or build your itinerary around the ones you'd like to see.

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Oktoberfest
Festival · high impact

Munich hotels triple in price and book out 6+ months ahead. The festival itself draws 6M+ visitors. Other German cities are unaffected.

Plan: Don't try to wing it. Book accommodation 8+ months out, or stay an hour away by train.

Crowds & pricing — October in Stuttgart

Shoulder

Stuttgart is in a shoulder season month — fewer crowds, slightly lower prices, and a calmer atmosphere than peak weeks. Most major sights stay open with normal hours, though a handful of seasonal restaurants or boat trips may run reduced schedules. Many regulars consider these months the best time to visit because you trade a small amount of weather reliability for a much more pleasant on-the-ground experience.

Why this tier: comfortable tourism weather

Sun & mosquito risk — October in Stuttgart

☀️ UV Index (noon, 15th)
5.6
Moderate
Use SPF 15-30 for prolonged outdoor exposure; sunglasses recommended at peak hours.
🦟 Mosquito risk
●●○○○
Low
Mosquitoes present but manageable. Pack repellent (DEET 10-20%) for evenings near water.

UV is a clear-sky sea-level estimate — clouds, altitude, and reflective surfaces (snow, water) shift it ±30%. Mosquito risk is climate-derived only; for current disease advisories (dengue, malaria, zika) check the CDC or WHO travel pages before your trip.

Stuttgart in other months

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRain daysSnow days
January 6°C / 42°F 0°C / 32°F 71 mm 14
February 8°C / 47°F 0°C / 33°F 58 mm 11
March 12°C / 53°F 2°C / 36°F 55 mm 11
April 15°C / 59°F 5°C / 41°F 57 mm 11
May 19°C / 66°F 9°C / 48°F 83 mm 14
June 24°C / 75°F 14°C / 57°F 76 mm 13
July 25°C / 78°F 16°C / 60°F 71 mm 12
August 25°C / 77°F 15°C / 60°F 89 mm 13
September 21°C / 70°F 12°C / 53°F 55 mm 10
October 16°C / 62°F 8°C / 47°F 65 mm 12
November 10°C / 50°F 4°C / 39°F 66 mm 12
December 7°C / 45°F 2°C / 35°F 73 mm 14

Other cities with similar October weather

🌍 See the full ranked list of climate twins for Stuttgart in October →

Frequently asked questions

How hot is Stuttgart in October?

In October, Stuttgart averages a high of 16°C (62°F) and a low of 8°C (47°F) — generally cool.

Does it rain a lot in Stuttgart in October?

October can be fairly wet in Stuttgart, with about 12 rainy days on average.

Is October a good time to visit Stuttgart?

October is cool. It suits travelers who are comfortable with cool weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.

What should I pack for Stuttgart in October?

Pack a warm jacket and layers, plus a compact umbrella or rain jacket. See the full October packing list for Stuttgart for a complete, climate-based checklist.

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