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Elm Weather in August

August in Elm brings pleasant temperatures, with daytime highs of 19°C (66°F) and nights around 8°C (46°F). It's also the wettest month of the year, so an umbrella is a must.

Rainfall in Elm in August

As part of the rainy season, Elm sees around 20 days of rain in August, with an average of 256 mm (10 in). Rainfall this month is frequent and tends to be fairly heavy when it does fall. Packing waterproofs is a good idea.

Temperature in Elm in August

Daytime highs in Elm in August reach 19°C (66°F), with nights around 8°C (46°F). August is in the summer season. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. Nights fall to 8°C (46°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

Sunshine in Elm in August

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 184 hours of sunlight expected. Even though this month is part of the rainy season, you could still see the sun every now and then.

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Elm Temperature in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 19°C (66°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 66%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 256 mm (10 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 20 days  
HumidityHumidity 74% *  
SunshineSunshine 184 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 52% *  
* Data from: Disentis, Switzerland (34 KM, 21 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 Elm in August

For Elm 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. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Elm in August

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

Swimming
6/10
Camping
3/10

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