Heiden weather in August (Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Switzerland)

What is the weather forecast for Heiden in August? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

In August, Heiden typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. August marks the summer season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 23°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 14°C.

Precipitation

Heiden in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 177 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 17 days of rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 210 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a great time to visit. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Heiden climate page with graphs.

 

Heiden, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 14°C  

Max Temperature 23°C  

Chance of Rain 57%  

Precipitation 177 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 74% *  

Sunshine 210 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 50% *  

Data from: St. Gallen, Switzerland (11 KM, 7 Miles).

Where to go in Switzerland in August

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

Weather conditions Weather

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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 Heiden, 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.

Swimming

8/10

Camping

6/10

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