August weather forecastLocarno, Switzerland
August weather for Locarno, Switzerland: August persists with the warmth of summer in Locarno even though a minor drop in maximum temperature from 21.2°C (70.2°F) to 20.8°C (69.4°F) is noticeable. On the last day of August, in Locarno, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 20:05 CEST.
August
Weather in August
August persists with the warmth of summer in Locarno even though a minor drop in maximum temperature from 21.2°C (70.2°F) to 20.8°C (69.4°F) is noticeable. Nevertheless, the city shines in its summer glory, hosting several festivals and outdoor events to enjoy the hot weather. Extended daylight and warm temperatures make it a peak time for enjoying Locarno's lakeside lifestyle. August is undoubtedly the perfect month for a family holiday or a romantic getaway, making it an incredibly busy time for the city.Temperature
Locarno marks the start of August with an average high-temperature of a still agreeable 20.8°C (69.4°F), hinting at a slight fluctuation from July's 21.2°C (70.2°F). During August, the average low-temperature is a fresh 10.6°C (51.1°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in August in Locarno is 77%.Rainfall
In August, in Locarno, the rain falls for 23.2 days. Throughout August, 162mm (6.38") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 200.8 rainfall days, and 1253mm (49.33") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Locarno, snow does not fall in June through September.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 14h and 7min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 20:54. On the last day of August, in Locarno, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 20:05 CEST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Locarno is 10.6h.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Locarno is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 4 transforms into these recommendations:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Locarno, Switzerland
- Average high temperature in August: 20.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (21.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (0.9°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 10.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-5.9°C).
Average pressure in August
Locarno, Switzerland
- Average pressure in August: 1017.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.1mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Locarno, Switzerland
- Average wind speed in August: 6.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.8km/h).
Average humidity in August
Locarno, Switzerland
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is November (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).
Average rainfall in August
Locarno, Switzerland
- Average rainfall in August: 162mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (164mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (45mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Locarno, Switzerland
- Average rainfall days in August: 23.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (25.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (8.6 days).
Average snowfall in August
Locarno, Switzerland
- Average snowfall in August: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is November (334mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in August
Locarno, Switzerland
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Locarno, Switzerland
- Average daylight in August: 14h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Locarno, Switzerland
- Average sunshine days in August: 4.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (3.1 days).
Average UV index in August
Locarno, 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, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Locarno, Switzerland
- Average cloud cover in August: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in August
Locarno, Switzerland
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, September, October and November (8km).
