August weather forecast
Saas-Balen, Switzerland

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another refreshing month in Saas-Balen, Switzerland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 5.3°C (41.5°F) and 14.5°C (58.1°F).

Temperature

Saas-Balen's weather in August, with an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 14.5°C (58.1°F), subtly shifts from July's 14.8°C (58.6°F). An average low-temperature of 5.3°C (41.5°F) is common during the nights of August.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Saas-Balen, in August, it is raining for 26.5 days, with typically 176mm (6.93") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 176.3 rainfall days, and 1541mm (60.67") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, August through December are months with snowfall in Saas-Balen. August is the first month it typically snows. Throughout August, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 4mm (0.16") of snow. In Saas-Balen, during the entire year, snow falls for 126.3 days and aggregates up to 4942mm (194.57") of snow.

Daylight

In Saas-Balen, the average length of the day in August is 14h and 7min.
On the first day of August in Saas-Balen, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 20:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 20:08 CEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 8.9h.

UV index

In Saas-Balen, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures?
The average high-temperature, in August, in Saas-Balen, is 14.5°C (58.1°F), while the average low-temperature is 5.3°C (41.5°F).
What is the average humidity in August?
In August, the average relative humidity is 83%.
How much does it rain in August?
In Saas-Balen, in August, it is raining for 26.5 days, with typically 176mm (6.93") of accumulated precipitation.
When does it start to snow?
August is the first month it typically snows. Throughout August, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 4mm (0.16") of snow.
How many hours of daylight does Saas-Balen have in August?
In Saas-Balen, the average day length in August is 14h and 7min.
When are sunrise and sunset in August in Saas-Balen?
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 20:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 20:08 CEST.
How long on average sun shines in August?
The average sunshine duration in August is 8.9h.
What is the UV index intensity in August?
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average wind speed
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Average temperature in August - Saas-Balen, Switzerland
Average temperature in August
Saas-Balen, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in August: 14.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (14.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 5.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (5.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-12.3°C).

Average pressure in August - Saas-Balen, Switzerland
Average pressure in August
Saas-Balen, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in August: 1017.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.1mbar).

Average wind speed in August - Saas-Balen, Switzerland
Average wind speed in August
Saas-Balen, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (9.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8km/h).

Average humidity in August - Saas-Balen, Switzerland
Average humidity in August
Saas-Balen, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in August: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (82%).

Average rainfall in August - Saas-Balen, Switzerland
Average rainfall in August
Saas-Balen, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in August: 176mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (199mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (51mm).

Average rainfall days in August - Saas-Balen, Switzerland
Average rainfall days in August
Saas-Balen, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in August: 26.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (26.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in August - Saas-Balen, Switzerland
Average snowfall in August
Saas-Balen, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in August: 4mm

The month with the highest snowfall is November (1182mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August - Saas-Balen, Switzerland
Average snowfall days in August
Saas-Balen, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (21.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0.1 days).

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

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: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August - Saas-Balen, Switzerland
Average sunshine days in August
Saas-Balen, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in August: 3.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.3 days).

Average UV index in August - Saas-Balen, Switzerland
Average UV index in August
Saas-Balen, Switzerland
  • Average UV index in August: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and April (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August - Saas-Balen, Switzerland
Average cloud cover in August
Saas-Balen, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in August: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 45).

Average visibility in August - Saas-Balen, Switzerland
Average visibility in August
Saas-Balen, Switzerland
  • Average visibility in August: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are March, April and November (6km).

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