Obergesteln weather in August (Canton of Valais, Switzerland)

What should you pack for a trip to Obergesteln in August? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

In August, Obergesteln typically experiences moderate temperatures and heavy rainfall. Enjoy the summer season during this month. Anticipate daytime highs near 15°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 5°C.

Precipitation

Obergesteln in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 213 mm for the month. Prepare for intense rain this month, as it marks the peak rainfall period. Having a poncho will keep you dry through the downpours. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 19 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 195 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Obergesteln, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 5°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 64%  

Precipitation 213 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 76% *  

Sunshine 195 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 52% *  

Data from: Interlaken, Switzerland (37 KM, 23 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.

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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?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Interested in more climate information?

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