Weather in August in Canton of Schwyz
Considering a trip to Canton of Schwyz this August and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Canton of Schwyz in August?
Canton of Schwyz is a region in Switzerland. August in Canton of Schwyz generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with heavy precipitation. In August, it is summer.
Temperatures
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from pleasant in Muotathal at 20°C to warm in Küssnacht at 23°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 13°C in Küssnacht and 10°C in Muotathal.
Precipitation
In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Schindellegi with an average of 187 mm to heavy rainfall in Muotathal with 236 mm. Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Brunnen.Average sunshine
Most areas experience a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 158 hours of sunlight expected in Brunnen. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.For specific regional insights in Canton of Schwyz for August, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Canton of Schwyz climate page.
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What is the weather like in August for the 5 most popular destinations in Canton of Schwyz?
Brunnen
In August Brunnen generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Einsiedeln
In August Einsiedeln generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Gersau
In August Gersau generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Schwyz
In August Schwyz generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Lachen
In August Lachen generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is August the best time to visit Canton of Schwyz?
In our opinion, August is one of the best times to visit Canton of Schwyz, but the weather is often unpleasant in Brunnen.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July, August and September offering mostly unpleasant weather in Brunnen.
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