Gurtnellen Weather in August

August in Gurtnellen sees daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and lows of 7°C (45°F) at night. As the wettest month of the year, keep in mind that rainfall is at its highest.

Rainfall in Gurtnellen in August

Gurtnellen is in the rainy season in August, with rain on around 19 days and an average of 236 mm (9.3 in). The rainy season here brings regular, substantial showers. It's worth being prepared for rain on most days you're out.

Temperature in Gurtnellen in August

Expect highs of 17°C (63°F) in Gurtnellen in August, with nights dropping to around 7°C (45°F). August is a notable month of the summer season. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. With overnight lows of 7°C (45°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Gurtnellen in August

You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 158 hours. Even though this month is part of the wet season, you can still see the sun occasionally.

Wind Speed in Gurtnellen in August

Wind speeds average 2 m/s (4 knots) during August. At this speed, expect light breezes that you can feel on your face and cause leaves to rustle gently. Since this is an average, some days are calmer with barely any wind while others have more noticeable gentle breezes.

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Gurtnellen Temperature in August

Min Temperature 7°C (45°F)  

Max Temperature 17°C (63°F)  

Chance of Rain 65%  

Precipitation 236 mm (9.3 in)  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 76% *  

Windspeed 2 m/s (4 knots) *  

Sunshine 158 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 52% *  

* Data from: Altdorf, Switzerland (14 KM, 8 Miles).

What to Wear in Gurtnellen in August

For Gurtnellen 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. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Gurtnellen in August

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

3/10

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