Canton of Solothurn Weather in August

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

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Solothurn Olten Zuchwil Egerkingen

Planning a getaway to Canton of Solothurn, 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 Solothurn in August

Canton of Solothurn, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. August in Canton of Solothurn generally has warm temperatures, with high precipitation. August is a summer month.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 24°C (75°F) and nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) in Solothurn.

For a closer look at conditions across Canton of Solothurn, Switzerland, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Dornach with an average of 130 mm (5.1 in) to high rainfall in Olten with 153 mm (6 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in August. Solothurn typically receives 227 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Canton of Solothurn by month

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

January5°C (41°F) February7°C (45°F) March11°C (52°F) April15°C (59°F) May19°C (66°F) June23°C (73°F) This monthJuly25°C (77°F) August24°C (75°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 Solothurn in August

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

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 Solothurn

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

Temperature range in Canton of Solothurn (August)

Precipitation variation in Canton of Solothurn (August)

Solothurn

In August Solothurn 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 pleasant 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
244 hours
227 hours
176 hours
Monthly rainfall
147 mm (5.8 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Solothurn →

Olten

In August Olten 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 pleasant 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
237 hours
216 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
159 mm (6.3 in)
153 mm (6 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Olten →

Zuchwil

In August Zuchwil 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 pleasant 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
244 hours
227 hours
176 hours
Monthly rainfall
147 mm (5.8 in)
147 mm (5.8 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Zuchwil →

Egerkingen

In August Egerkingen 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 pleasant 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
237 hours
216 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
151 mm (5.9 in)
147 mm (5.8 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Egerkingen →

Grenchen

In August Grenchen 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 pleasant 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
244 hours
227 hours
176 hours
Monthly rainfall
147 mm (5.8 in)
149 mm (5.9 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Canton of Solothurn, in Switzerland.

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 Solothurn in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Solothurn 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 148 mm (5.8 in)
Olten 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 153 mm (6 in)
Zuchwil 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 147 mm (5.8 in)
Egerkingen 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 147 mm (5.8 in)
Grenchen 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 149 mm (5.9 in)
Wangen an der Aare 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 151 mm (5.9 in)

Canton of Solothurn weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

Expect pleasant weather across Canton of Solothurn, Switzerland in August. The popular destination of Solothurn averages 24°C (75°F) by day and 14°C (57°F) at night during this summer month.

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

Solothurn averages a daytime maximum of 24°C (75°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 14°C (57°F).

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

Yes, August tends to be a wetter month in Canton of Solothurn, Switzerland. Average rainfall in Solothurn sits around 148 mm (5.8 in).

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

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Canton of Solothurn, Switzerland with overall pleasant weather in Solothurn. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide pleasant weather in Solothurn. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, November and December tend to be poor.

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