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Les Marécottes Weather in August
With daytime temperatures of 19°C (66°F) and nighttime lows of 8°C (46°F), August in Les Marécottes brings pleasant temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 164 mm (6.5 in) falls on average.
Rainfall in Les Marécottes in August
Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 16 days of rain are anticipated, with 164 mm (6.5 in) on average. 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 Les Marécottes in August
Daytime highs in Les Marécottes in August reach 19°C (66°F), with nights around 8°C (46°F). Experience the summer season in August. Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. With lows around 8°C (46°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.
Sunshine in Les Marécottes in August
There are approximately 230 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a great time to visit.
Les Marécottes Temperature in August
Min Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Max Temperature
19°C (66°F)
Chance of Rain
54%
Precipitation
164 mm (6.5 in)
Rainy days
16 days
Sunshine
230 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France (23 KM, 14 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 Les Marécottes 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. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
What To Do in Les Marécottes in August
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming7/10 -
Camping3/10
Les Marécottes 3-Day Forecast
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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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