Pontresina weather in August (Grisons, Switzerland)

What is the weather forecast for Pontresina in August? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

The typical weather for August in Pontresina includes moderate temperatures and high rainfall. The summer season is characteristic of August. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 16°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 6°C.

Precipitation

Pontresina in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 142 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 20 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 183 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a prime time to visit Pontresina. June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Pontresina, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 6°C  

Max Temperature 16°C  

Chance of Rain 67%  

Precipitation 142 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Humidity 75% *  

Sunshine 183 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 57% *  

* Data from: Saint Moritz, Switzerland (4 KM, 2 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

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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