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Orsières Weather in August

Orsières in August averages 17°C (63°F) during the day and 7°C (45°F) at night. This is part of the summer season, and quite a bit of rainfall is expected this month.

Rainfall in Orsières in August

Rain is expected on roughly 17 days, totalling around 132 mm (5.2 in) for the month. 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 Orsières in August

Expect highs of 17°C (63°F) in Orsières in August, with nights dropping to around 7°C (45°F). August marks the summer season. Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. At 7°C (45°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Orsières in August

Enjoy a sunny month with about 230 hours of sunshine, the clear skies make Orsières even more beautiful.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm, July typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Orsières Temperature in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C (45°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 17°C (63°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 56%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 132 mm (5.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
SunshineSunshine 230 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France (24 KM, 15 Miles).

Best Places in Switzerland in August

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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 (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 Orsières in August

Pleasant temperatures in August mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Orsières in August

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

Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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