August weather forecast
Opfikon, Switzerland

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Opfikon, Switzerland, with an average temperature varying between 12.2°C (54°F) and 24.7°C (76.5°F).

Temperature

Opfikon's entry into August measures an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 24.7°C (76.5°F), closely parallel to the preceding month. The significant decline in Opfikon's temperature, from day to night, averages of 12.2°C (54°F) in August.

Humidity

In Opfikon, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

In Opfikon, in August, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 55mm (2.17") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 134.8 rainfall days, and 471mm (18.54") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Opfikon, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Opfikon is 14h and 13min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 20:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 20:07 CEST.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.4h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Opfikon.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 4 transforms into these recommendations:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Opfikon in August?

Opfikon in August has an average high-temperature of 24.7°C (76.5°F) and an average low-temperature of 12.2°C (54°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Opfikon?

The average relative humidity in August in Opfikon is 77%.

How much does it rain in Opfikon in August?

In August, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout August, 55mm (2.17") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Opfikon?

In Opfikon, Switzerland, snow does not fall in June through September.

What is the average length of the day in August in Opfikon?

In August, the average day length in Opfikon is 14h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Opfikon?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 20:59. On the last day of the month, in Opfikon, Switzerland, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 20:07 CEST.

What month has the most sunshine in Opfikon?

August has the most sunshine of the year in Opfikon, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Opfikon have in August?

In Opfikon, Switzerland, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.4h.

How high is the UV index in August in Opfikon?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Opfikon is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Opfikon, Switzerland

Average temperature in August - Opfikon, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in August: 24.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 12.2°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (12.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-3.2°C).

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Average pressure in August
Opfikon, Switzerland

Average pressure in August - Opfikon, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in August: 1017.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Opfikon, Switzerland

Average wind speed in August - Opfikon, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in August: 6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Opfikon, Switzerland

Average humidity in August - Opfikon, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

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Average rainfall in August
Opfikon, Switzerland

Average rainfall in August - Opfikon, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in August: 55mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (61mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (21mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Opfikon, Switzerland

Average rainfall days in August - Opfikon, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Opfikon, Switzerland

Average snowfall in August - Opfikon, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (85mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in August
Opfikon, Switzerland

Average snowfall days in August - Opfikon, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Opfikon, Switzerland

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Opfikon, Switzerland
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Opfikon, Switzerland

Average sunshine days in August - Opfikon, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in August
Opfikon, Switzerland

Average UV index in August - Opfikon, Switzerland
  • Average UV index in August: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Opfikon, Switzerland

Average cloud cover in August - Opfikon, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in August
Opfikon, Switzerland

Average visibility in August - Opfikon, Switzerland
  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are April, July and August (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (7km).

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