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Cortaillod Weather in August

During August, Cortaillod experiences high daytime temperatures of 23°C (73°F) and cooler nights around 13°C (55°F). As part of the summer season, expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 143 mm (5.6 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Cortaillod in August

You can expect rain on roughly 15 days based on historical data, averaging 143 mm (5.6 in) for the month. Rain falls regularly this month and can be quite heavy when it does. Showers can be substantial, so waterproof gear is a good idea.

Temperature in Cortaillod in August

In August, Cortaillod sees high temperatures, with highs of 23°C (73°F). Nights drop to around 13°C (55°F). The month of August belongs to the summer season. This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. With overnight lows of 13°C (55°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep.

Sunshine in Cortaillod in August

There are approximately 235 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

Wind Speed in Cortaillod in August

August has wind speeds averaging 1 m/s (2 knots). You can expect very gentle conditions with light air movement on typical days. Since this is an average, daily weather varies from perfectly still moments to some breezier days.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.

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Cortaillod Temperature in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 13°C (55°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 23°C (73°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 50%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 143 mm (5.6 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 73% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 1 m/s (2 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 235 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 56% *  
* Data from: Payerne, Switzerland (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Best Places in Switzerland in August

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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 (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 Cortaillod 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. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Cortaillod in August

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

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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