Canton of Fribourg Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland in August.

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Fribourg Murten Le Pâquier Gruyères

Planning a getaway to Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland this August and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Canton of Fribourg in August

Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. August in Canton of Fribourg generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. It's the height of summer.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is pleasant in Jaun at 21°C (70°F) and warm in Estavayer-le-Lac at 24°C (75°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 14°C (57°F) in Estavayer-le-Lac and 10°C (50°F) in Jaun.

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

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Estavayer-le-Lac with an average of 130 mm (5.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Jaun with 177 mm (7 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this August. For example, Fribourg gets approximately 235 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Canton of Fribourg by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Canton of Fribourg — and find the best time to visit. (based on Fribourg)

January4°C (39°F) February6°C (43°F) March10°C (50°F) April14°C (57°F) May18°C (64°F) June22°C (72°F) This monthJuly24°C (75°F) August23°C (73°F) September19°C (66°F) October14°C (57°F) November8°C (46°F) December5°C (41°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Canton of Fribourg in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Canton of Fribourg.

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 Canton of Fribourg

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

Temperature range in Canton of Fribourg (August)

Precipitation variation in Canton of Fribourg (August)

Fribourg

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

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
257 hours
235 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
149 mm (5.9 in)
141 mm (5.6 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Fribourg →

Murten

In August Murten generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
257 hours
235 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
140 mm (5.5 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Murten →

Le Pâquier

In August Le Pâquier generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
257 hours
235 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
165 mm (6.5 in)
158 mm (6.2 in)
128 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Le Pâquier →

Gruyères

In August Gruyères generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
257 hours
235 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
170 mm (6.7 in)
163 mm (6.4 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Gruyères →

Albeuve

In August Albeuve generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
257 hours
238 hours
185 hours
Monthly rainfall
178 mm (7 in)
170 mm (6.7 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
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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 Canton of Fribourg in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Fribourg 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 141 mm (5.6 in)
Murten 24°C (75°F) 13°C (55°F) 135 mm (5.3 in)
Le Pâquier 22°C (72°F) 12°C (54°F) 158 mm (6.2 in)
Gruyères 22°C (72°F) 12°C (54°F) 163 mm (6.4 in)
Albeuve 22°C (72°F) 11°C (52°F) 170 mm (6.7 in)
Bad-Schwarzsee 22°C (72°F) 11°C (52°F) 170 mm (6.7 in)

Canton of Fribourg weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland in August?

Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland typically experiences pleasant weather in August, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Fribourg average around 23°C (73°F), and temperatures drop to about 13°C (55°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland in August?

Daytime temperatures in Fribourg peak at roughly 23°C (73°F) in August, dropping to about 13°C (55°F) overnight.

Does Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland get a lot of rain in August?

Fribourg typically receives notable rainfall in August, about 141 mm (5.6 in) on average across Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland with overall pleasant weather in Fribourg.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly pleasant weather in Fribourg. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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