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Appenzell Ausserrhoden Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Switzerland in August.

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Considering a trip to Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Switzerland this August and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Appenzell Ausserrhoden in August

Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. August in Appenzell Ausserrhoden generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation. During August, summer is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 23°C (73°F) and nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) in Appenzell.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Switzerland, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Wolfhalden with an average of 176 mm (6.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Schönengrund with 234 mm (9.2 in).

Average sunshine

August brings good sunshine to many areas. Appenzell sees around 210 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore Appenzell Ausserrhoden by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Appenzell Ausserrhoden - and find the best time to visit. (based on Appenzell)

January3°C (37°F) February5°C (41°F) March9°C (48°F) April13°C (55°F) May18°C (64°F) June21°C (70°F) This monthJuly23°C (73°F) August23°C (73°F) September18°C (64°F) October14°C (57°F) November8°C (46°F) December4°C (39°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Appenzell Ausserrhoden in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Appenzell Ausserrhoden.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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).

Popular Destinations in Appenzell Ausserrhoden

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Switzerland?

Temperature range in Appenzell Ausserrhoden (August)

Precipitation variation in Appenzell Ausserrhoden (August)

Appenzell

In August Appenzell generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
229 hours
210 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
211 mm (8.3 in)
217 mm (8.5 in)
159 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
good
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Gais

In August Gais generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
229 hours
210 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
197 mm (7.8 in)
203 mm (8 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
13 days
Weather conditions
good
mixed
good
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Heiden

In August Heiden generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
229 hours
210 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
174 mm (6.9 in)
177 mm (7 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
good
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Herisau

In August Herisau generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
229 hours
210 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
211 mm (8.3 in)
216 mm (8.5 in)
157 mm (6.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
13 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
good
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Schönengrund

In August Schönengrund generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
167 hours
170 hours
157 hours
Monthly rainfall
228 mm (9 in)
234 mm (9.2 in)
168 mm (6.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
good
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In our records: Switzerland August extremes

Notable August records observed across cities in Switzerland in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest August day in Switzerland reached 41°C (106°F) in Veysonnaz on August 21, 2023.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Appenzell Ausserrhoden in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Appenzell 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 217 mm (8.5 in)
Gais 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 203 mm (8 in)
Heiden 23°C (73°F) 14°C (57°F) 177 mm (7 in)
Herisau 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 216 mm (8.5 in)
Schönengrund 22°C (72°F) 13°C (55°F) 234 mm (9.2 in)
Teufen 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 201 mm (7.9 in)

Appenzell Ausserrhoden weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Switzerland in August?

In August, Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Switzerland generally has mixed weather conditions. Appenzell sees daytime temperatures near 23°C (73°F), with nights cooling to roughly 13°C (55°F).

What is the average temperature in Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Switzerland in August?

In Appenzell, the average daytime high in August is 23°C (73°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 13°C (55°F).

Does Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Switzerland get a lot of rain in August?

Yes. August brings heavy rainfall to Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Switzerland, with Appenzell averaging around 217 mm (8.5 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Switzerland?

In our view, August might not be the best time to travel to Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Switzerland with often mixed weather in Appenzell.

Generally speaking, September provides good weather in Appenzell. The weather in January, February, March, April, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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