Average weather for Switzerland in August
It's warm in August in Switzerland with an average temperature of 24°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 21°C to a high of 25°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 12°C and 15°C.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Switzerland with warm temps, averaging around 25°C during the day and nights around 15°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps drop to around 24°C, with nights around 14°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Switzerland is around 24°C, while nighttime temps are about 14°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In August, there is an average of 106 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Switzerland in August |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
24°C | 30°C | |
 Max. temperature |
25°C | 31°C | |
| Min. temperature |
21°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
106 mm | 79 mm | |
| Rainy days |
12 days | 13 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit Switzerland?
Looking for sun? August isn’t a good month to be in Switzerland. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 35°C in 2015, Switzerland reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 11°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 6°C to a highest value of 20°C.
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The climate in Switzerland is based on weather data from Bern. Other places, like Zurich, Geneva or Valais, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Switzerland to get the full picture of the climate.
Daily Temperature in August in Switzerland
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in August for Switzerland, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in August in Switzerland
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Switzerland, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect about 12 days of precipitation in Switzerland.
Daily UV index in August in Switzerland
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Switzerland, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in August in Switzerland over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Switzerland, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in August in Switzerland over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Switzerland, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in August for Switzerland
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Average weather in Switzerland by month
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