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Canton of Geneva Weather in August

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

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Geneva Bellevue Versoix

Thinking about venturing to Canton of Geneva, Switzerland this August and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Canton of Geneva in August

Canton of Geneva, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. August in Canton of Geneva generally has warm temperatures, with high precipitation. It's the height of summer.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 24°C (75°F) and nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) in Geneva.

For specific regional insights in Canton of Geneva, Switzerland, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

August is a rainy month with an average rainfall of around 129 mm (5.1 in) in Geneva.

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Geneva sees close to 241 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Canton of Geneva by month

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

January6°C (43°F) February7°C (45°F) March12°C (54°F) April15°C (59°F) May19°C (66°F) June22°C (72°F) This monthJuly25°C (77°F) August24°C (75°F) September20°C (68°F) October15°C (59°F) November10°C (50°F) December6°C (43°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Canton of Geneva in August

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

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 Geneva

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

Temperature range in Canton of Geneva (August)

Precipitation variation in Canton of Geneva (August)

Geneva

In August Geneva 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 very good that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
267 hours
241 hours
183 hours
Monthly rainfall
135 mm (5.3 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
very good
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Bellevue

In August Bellevue generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
267 hours
241 hours
183 hours
Monthly rainfall
131 mm (5.2 in)
127 mm (5 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
very good
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Versoix

In August Versoix generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
267 hours
241 hours
183 hours
Monthly rainfall
132 mm (5.2 in)
128 mm (5 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
very 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 Canton of Geneva in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Geneva 24°C (75°F) 13°C (55°F) 129 mm (5.1 in)
Bellevue 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 127 mm (5 in)
Versoix 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 128 mm (5 in)

Canton of Geneva weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

In August, Canton of Geneva, Switzerland generally has very good weather conditions. Geneva sees daytime temperatures near 24°C (75°F), with nights cooling to roughly 13°C (55°F).

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

Average temperatures in Canton of Geneva, Switzerland during August range from a nighttime low near 13°C (55°F) to a daytime high around 24°C (75°F) in Geneva.

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

Yes, August tends to be a wetter month in Canton of Geneva, Switzerland. Average rainfall in Geneva sits around 129 mm (5.1 in).

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

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to Canton of Geneva, Switzerland. Typically, the climate in Geneva is very good. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide very good weather in Geneva. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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