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Aachen Weather in August

August is one of the excellent months to visit Aachen, with daytime temperatures of 23°C (73°F) and lows of 14°C (57°F) at night. Do note that quite a bit of rainfall is typical, averaging around 85 mm (3.3 in).

Rainfall in Aachen in August

Historically, the month has about 16 days of rain, averaging 85 mm (3.3 in) in total. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Aachen in August

The excellent temperature in Aachen in August makes it a solid month to visit, with 23°C (73°F) during the day and 14°C (57°F) at night. August is part of summer. The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. Nights cool down to 14°C (57°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Aachen in August

The month enjoys around 199 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances for Aachen.

Aachen Temperature in August

Min Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Max Temperature
23°C (73°F)
Chance of Rain
54%
Precipitation
85 mm (3.3 in)
Rainy days
16 days
Humidity
75% *
Sunshine
199 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
44% *
* Data from: Maastricht, the Netherlands (26 KM, 16 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Aachen in August

For Aachen in August, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Aachen in August

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    7/10
  • Cycling
    9/10
  • Walking
    9/10
  • Camping
    8/10
  • Outdoor sports
    9/10

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