Olten Weather in August

During August, Olten experiences high daytime temperatures of 24°C (75°F) and cooler nights around 14°C (57°F). As part of the summer season, expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 153 mm (6 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Olten in August

Typically, you can expect about 16 days of rain this month, with 153 mm (6 in) on average. This month brings frequent, heavy showers. Both the number of wet days and the rainfall totals are on the high side.

Temperature in Olten in August

Daytime temperatures in Olten reach 24°C (75°F) in August, dropping to 14°C (57°F) at night. During August, you'll experience the summer season. This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. Nights drop to around 14°C (57°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.

Sunshine in Olten in August

The month enjoys around 216 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a great time to visit.

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Olten Temperature in August

Min Temperature 14°C (57°F)  

Max Temperature 24°C (75°F)  

Chance of Rain 54%  

Precipitation 153 mm (6 in)  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 72% *  

Sunshine 216 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 55% *  

* Data from: Basel, Switzerland (33 KM, 20 Miles).

What to Wear in Olten in August

For Olten 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. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Olten in August

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

Swimming

8/10

Camping

6/10

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