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Arc 1600 weather in August (Rhône-Alps, France)

How does the August weather in Arc 1600 compare to other months? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

Typically, August in Arc 1600 includes moderate temperatures and high rainfall. August marks the summer season. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 17°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 7°C.

Precipitation

Arc 1600 in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 105 mm for the month. This month sees the least rain, offering perfect conditions for outdoor adventures. Enjoy clear skies and make the most of the dry weather. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 16 days of rain.

Average sunshine

With around 230 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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Arc 1600, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 17°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 105 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
SunshineSunshine 230 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France (36 KM, 22 Miles).

Where to go in France in August

Find out more about the weather in France and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Arc 1600, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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