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Brig Weather in August
Brig in August sees moderate temperatures, with highs around 17°C (63°F) and overnight lows of 6°C (43°F). Rainfall is fairly high at around 159 mm (6.3 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.
Rainfall in Brig in August
Rain is expected on roughly 18 days, totalling around 159 mm (6.3 in) for the month. This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.
Temperature in Brig in August
Temperatures in Brig in August top out at 17°C (63°F) and drop to 6°C (43°F) overnight. Summer occurs in August. Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. With overnight lows of 6°C (43°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.
Sunshine in Brig in August
The city usually sees around 187 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, August is one of the best months to visit Brig.
Brig Temperature in August
Min Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Max Temperature
17°C (63°F)
Chance of Rain
60%
Precipitation
159 mm (6.3 in)
Rainy days
18 days
Humidity
70% *
Sunshine
187 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
68% *
* Data from: Zermatt, Switzerland (37 KM, 23 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 Brig in August
Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in August. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.
What To Do in Brig in August
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming5/10 -
Cycling5/10 -
Walking5/10 -
Camping3/10
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Popular in August
Where to go in August - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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18°C (64°F) Nendaz18°C (64°F) Saas-Fee16°C (61°F) Davos17°C (63°F) Grindelwald17°C (63°F) Zermatt15°C (59°F) Bucket list
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