Switzerland in august: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in Switzerland in august 2025
Below, you have access to the weather forecast for the month of august for most popular cities in Switzerland. These datas are statistics for august from weather reports for over 10 years. The percentage indicates the possibility of having the weather mentioned.
Average weather in august in Zurich
good weather UV index: 6
Weather at 6am
61°F
Clear/Sunny
41% of time
21%
14%
14%
Weather at 12pm
77°F
Clear/Sunny
51% of time
25%
13%
9%
Weather at 6pm
68°F
Clear/Sunny
51% of time
26%
12%
5%
Weather at 3am
56°F
31%
28%
20%
13%
Where to go in Switzerland in august?
Where to go in Switzerland in august: destination map
Where to go in each region in august?
| Central Switzerland (Lucerne, Schwyz, Andermatt...) | 65°F to 77°F | 9 à 18 days | good weather* |
| Eastern Switzerland (Davos, Kreuzlingen, Saint Moritz...) | 58°F to 77°F | 6 à 16 days | good weather* |
| Espace Mittelland (Fribourg, Bern, Interlaken...) | 65°F to 76°F | 6 à 14 days | good weather* |
| Lake Geneva region of Switzerland (Geneva, Lausanne, Montreux...) | 59°F to 77°F | 7 à 17 days | good weather* |
| Nordwestschweiz (Basel, Aarau, Wohlen...) | 76°F to 77°F | 8 à 11 days | good weather |
| Ticino (Lugano, Locarno, Bellinzona...) | 65°F to 81°F | 6 à 19 days | tolerable weather* |
| Zurich (Zurich, Winterthur, Kloten...) | 77°F | 6 days | good weather |
Where should you go in Switzerland in august when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Switzerland in august ranges from good to tolerable depending on the region and city.
Although it is not perfect the weather in Switzerland in august is quite good in Lucerne, Zurich, Lugano, Montreux, Fribourg, Sion, Lausanne, Interlaken, Bern, Basel and Geneva. I allows to savor tour in these places. And even why not take a little time to take a nap at the pool under the sun!
If you do not go to spend your time in a lounger by the pool, but, for example for hiking, the city of Davos have a decent enough weather for this kind of activity in august. Eventually, to Zermatt [that month because the climate is frankly bad.
Climate in Switzerland in august
Climate in Zurich in august
In the month of august, the mean temperature in Zurich is 70°F (maximum temperature is 77°F and minimum temperature is 61°F). The climate good in this city in this month. With 3.8in over 6 days, you will experience some showers throughout your journey. But this is rather moderate and it will not be continuous.
With a good weather, the month of august is a good time to go in this city.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 70°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 77°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 61°F | ||
| Rainfall | 3.8in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 6 day(s) (18%) | ||
| Humidity | 88% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 14 | ||
| Cloud cover | 32% | ||
| Length of day | 14:15 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Basel in august
In august, the mean temperature in Basel is 70°F (maximum temperature is 77°F and minimum temperature is 63°F). The climate quite pleasant in that locality in august. With 5.6in over 8 days, rain may occur during your trip. But this is pretty moderate and it will not be continuous.
With good weather conditions, august is an advisable month to go in that area in Switzerland.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 70°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 77°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 63°F | ||
| Rainfall | 5.6in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 8 day(s) (26%) | ||
| Humidity | 87% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 14 | ||
| Cloud cover | 31% | ||
| Length of day | 14:16 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Bern in august
In the month of august, maximum temperature is 76°F and minimum temperature is 59°F (for an average temperature of 68°F). The climate comfortable here in august. With 3.8in over 6 days, rainfall can happen for your journey. But this is pretty reasonably and you will not be too bothered by it.
With good weather conditions, the month of august is a recommended month to go in this locality in Switzerland.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 68°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 76°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 59°F | ||
| Rainfall | 3.8in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 6 day(s) (18%) | ||
| Humidity | 87% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 14 | ||
| Cloud cover | 32% | ||
| Length of day | 14:13 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Davos in august
In the month of august, maximum temperature is 63°F and minimum temperature is 50°F (for an average temperature of 58°F). The climate is relatively cold in that locality in august, but it is liveable by dressing warm. With 8.8in over 13 days, rain may occur for your journey. But this is pretty moderate and it is only of temporary showers.
With a correct weather, the month of august is okay (but not good time) for traveling in this locality.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 58°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 63°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 50°F | ||
| Rainfall | 8.8in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 13 day(s) (41%) | ||
| Humidity | 86% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 14 | ||
| Cloud cover | 39% | ||
| Length of day | 14:12 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Fribourg in august
In the month of august, the mean temperature in Fribourg is 65°F (maximum temperature is 76°F and minimum temperature is 54°F). The climate good around this city in this month. With 7.7in over 12 days, you will experience some showers throughout your journey. But this is pretty reasonably and you will not be too bothered by it.
With good weather conditions, august is a recommended month to go in this city.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 65°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 76°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 54°F | ||
| Rainfall | 7.7in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 12 day(s) (38%) | ||
| Humidity | 87% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 14 | ||
| Cloud cover | 31% | ||
| Length of day | 14:13 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
All cities in Switzerland in august
| Zurich in august | good weather |
| Basel in august | good weather |
| Bern in august | good weather |
| Davos in august | tolerable weather |
| Fribourg in august | good weather |
| Geneva in august | good weather |
| Lausanne in august | good weather |
| Lucerne in august | good weather |
| Lugano in august | good weather |
| Aarau in august | good weather |
| Andermatt in august | tolerable weather |
| Bellinzona in august | good weather |
| Interlaken in august | tolerable weather |
| Kloten in august | good weather |
| Kreuzlingen in august | good weather |
| Locarno in august | tolerable weather |
| Montreux in august | good weather |
| Morges in august | good weather |
| Morgins in august | good weather |
| Saint Moritz in august | tolerable weather |
| Schwyz in august | tolerable weather |
| Sion in august | tolerable weather |
| Winterthur in august | good weather |
Weather data for Switzerland in august:
Weather data for Switzerland in august is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Switzerland. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Switzerland can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Switzerland.