August weather forecast
Gstaad, Switzerland

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Weather in August

The weather conditions in August are similar to those in July, with average temperatures fluctuating slightly from 7.8°C (46°F) to 19.3°C (66.7°F). The daylight hours being long and plentiful, Gstaad continues to magnetize summer tourists. Rainfall sees an increase to 36mm (1.42"), refreshing the verdant landscapes before the transition to autumn. As August progresses, the evenings begin to cool down, marking the gradual shift toward autumn. The end of August bids farewell to the peak summer season.

Temperature

In Gstaad, Switzerland, August is the warmest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 19.3°C (66.7°F) and a low of 7.8°C (46°F).

Humidity

July, August and October, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the least humid months in Gstaad.

Rainfall

In Gstaad, in August, during 9.2 rainfall days, 36mm (1.42") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gstaad, Switzerland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 86 days and collects up to 404mm (15.91") of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Gstaad, the average length of the day in August is 14h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 21:01. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 20:11 CEST.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Gstaad are July and August, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During August, 4 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the warmest month in Gstaad?

In Gstaad, August is the warmest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 19.3°C (66.7°F) and a low of 7.8°C (46°F).

What are August temperatures in Gstaad?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Gstaad, is 19.3°C (66.7°F) and the average low-temperature is 7.8°C (46°F).

What is the least humid month in Gstaad?

July, August and October, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the least humid months in Gstaad, Switzerland.

What is the average humidity in August in Gstaad?

The average relative humidity in August in Gstaad is 79%.

How many days does it rain in August in Gstaad?

In Gstaad, during August, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 36mm (1.42") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Gstaad?

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

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

In Gstaad, Switzerland, the average day length in August is 14h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Gstaad?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 21:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 20:11 CEST.

What are the months with the most sunshine in Gstaad?

July and August, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Gstaad have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Gstaad is 10.2h.

When is the highest UV index in Gstaad?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Gstaad, Switzerland.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Gstaad?

In Gstaad, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Gstaad, Switzerland

Average temperature in August - Gstaad, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in August: 19.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (19.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (-0.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 7.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (7.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-9.1°C).

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Average pressure in August
Gstaad, Switzerland

Average pressure in August - Gstaad, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in August: 1017.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Gstaad, Switzerland

Average wind speed in August - Gstaad, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (9.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Gstaad, Switzerland

Average humidity in August - Gstaad, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and October (79%).

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Average rainfall in August
Gstaad, Switzerland

Average rainfall in August - Gstaad, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in August: 36mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (53mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (13mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Gstaad, Switzerland

Average rainfall days in August - Gstaad, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in August: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Gstaad, Switzerland

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (236mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in August
Gstaad, Switzerland

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 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
Gstaad, Switzerland

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Gstaad, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Gstaad, Switzerland

Average sunshine days in August - Gstaad, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in August: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Gstaad, Switzerland

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Gstaad, Switzerland

Average cloud cover in August - Gstaad, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in August: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and October (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in August
Gstaad, Switzerland

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, August, October, November and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May and September (7km).

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