Canton of Schaffhausen Weather in August

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

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Schaffhausen Stein am Rhein Neuhausen am Rheinfall Busingen am Hochrhein

Considering a trip to Canton of Schaffhausen, 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 Canton of Schaffhausen in August

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

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 25°C (77°F) and nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) in Schaffhausen.

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

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Busingen am Hochrhein with an average of 100 mm (3.9 in) to high rainfall in Hallau with 113 mm (4.4 in).

Average sunshine

August brings good sunshine to many areas. Schaffhausen sees around 215 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore Canton of Schaffhausen by month

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

January5°C (41°F) February6°C (43°F) March11°C (52°F) April15°C (59°F) May20°C (68°F) June23°C (73°F) This monthJuly25°C (77°F) August25°C (77°F) September20°C (68°F) October15°C (59°F) November9°C (48°F) December5°C (41°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Canton of Schaffhausen in August

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

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 Schaffhausen

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

Temperature range in Canton of Schaffhausen (August)

Precipitation variation in Canton of Schaffhausen (August)

Schaffhausen

In August Schaffhausen generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°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)
25°C (77°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
215 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
111 mm (4.4 in)
102 mm (4 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
excellent
Climate in Schaffhausen →

Stein am Rhein

In August Stein am Rhein generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°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)
25°C (77°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
215 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
113 mm (4.4 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
excellent
Climate in Stein am Rhein →

Neuhausen am Rheinfall

In August Neuhausen am Rheinfall generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°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)
25°C (77°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
215 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
112 mm (4.4 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
excellent
Climate in Neuhausen am Rheinfall →

Busingen am Hochrhein

In August Busingen am Hochrhein generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°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)
25°C (77°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
215 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
excellent
Climate in Busingen am Hochrhein →

Hallau

In August Hallau generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°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)
25°C (77°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
215 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
123 mm (4.8 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
excellent
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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 Schaffhausen in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Schaffhausen 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Stein am Rhein 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)
Neuhausen am Rheinfall 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Busingen am Hochrhein 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Hallau 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)

Canton of Schaffhausen weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

In August, Canton of Schaffhausen, Switzerland generally has very good weather conditions. Schaffhausen sees daytime temperatures near 25°C (77°F), with nights cooling to roughly 14°C (57°F).

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

In Schaffhausen, the average daytime high in August is 25°C (77°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 14°C (57°F).

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

Yes, August tends to be a wetter month in Canton of Schaffhausen, Switzerland. Average rainfall in Schaffhausen sits around 102 mm (4 in).

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

Given the typically very good weather conditions in Schaffhausen, August might be a good time to visit Canton of Schaffhausen, Switzerland. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, September provides excellent weather in Schaffhausen. On the other hand, the months of January, February, November and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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