August weather forecast
Gletsch, Switzerland

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Gletsch, is another refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 6.3°C (43.3°F) and 16.3°C (61.3°F).

Temperature

August's onset records a minor alteration in the average high-temperature to a still comfortable 16.3°C (61.3°F) from July's 16.6°C (61.9°F). An average minimum temperature of 6.3°C (43.3°F) marks the month of August in Gletsch, Switzerland.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Gletsch are July and August, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 25.5 days and typically aggregates up to 180mm (7.09") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, August through December. August is the first month it typically snows. Throughout August, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 12mm (0.47") of snow. Throughout the year, in Gletsch, there are 125.9 snowfall days, and 4354mm (171.42") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 14h and 8min.
On the first day of August in Gletsch, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 20:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 20:07 CEST.

Sunshine

In Gletsch, the average sunshine in August is 9.3h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Gletsch, Switzerland, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Gletsch in August?
An average high-temperature, in August, in Gletsch, is 16.3°C (61.3°F) and the average low-temperature is 6.3°C (43.3°F).
What is the least humid month in Gletsch?
July and August, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the least humid months.
What is the average humidity in August in Gletsch?
In August, the average relative humidity is 82%.
What is the rainiest month in Gletsch?
The month with the most rainfall in Gletsch is August, when the rain falls for 25.5 days and typically aggregates up to 180mm (7.09") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in August in Gletsch?
In Gletsch, Switzerland, in August, it is raining for 25.5 days, with typically 180mm (7.09") of accumulated precipitation.
When does it start snowing in Gletsch?
August is the first month it typically snows in Gletsch. Throughout August, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 12mm (0.47") of snow.
How many hours of daylight does Gletsch have in August?
In August, the average day length in Gletsch, Switzerland, is 14h and 8min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Gletsch?
On the first day of August in Gletsch, Switzerland, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 20:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 20:07 CEST.
How long on average sun shines in August in Gletsch?
In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.3h.
What is the UV index intensity in August in Gletsch?
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Gletsch, Switzerland, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average visibility
Average temperature in August - Gletsch, Switzerland
Average temperature in August
Gletsch, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in August: 16.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 6.3°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (6.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-11.4°C).

Average pressure in August - Gletsch, Switzerland
Average pressure in August
Gletsch, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in August: 1017.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.3mbar).

Average wind speed in August - Gletsch, Switzerland
Average wind speed in August
Gletsch, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (8.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1km/h).

Average humidity in August - Gletsch, Switzerland
Average humidity in August
Gletsch, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in August: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (93%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (82%).

Average rainfall in August - Gletsch, Switzerland
Average rainfall in August
Gletsch, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in August: 180mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (180mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (65mm).

Average rainfall days in August - Gletsch, Switzerland
Average rainfall days in August
Gletsch, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in August: 25.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (25.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in August - Gletsch, Switzerland
Average snowfall in August
Gletsch, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in August: 12mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (787mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August - Gletsch, Switzerland
Average snowfall days in August
Gletsch, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (21 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August - Gletsch, Switzerland
Average sunshine days in August
Gletsch, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in August: 4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (13.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (4 days).

Average UV index in August - Gletsch, Switzerland
Average UV index in August
Gletsch, Switzerland
  • Average UV index in August: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, April and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August - Gletsch, Switzerland
Average cloud cover in August
Gletsch, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in August: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March, April and May (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 44).

Average visibility in August - Gletsch, Switzerland
Average visibility in August
Gletsch, Switzerland
  • Average visibility in August: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (8km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5km).

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