Weather in August in Canton of Valais
Considering a trip to Canton of Valais 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 Valais in August?
Canton of Valais is a region in Switzerland. August in Canton of Valais generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. August falls during the summer season.
Temperatures
During the day the temperature is mild in Ulrichen at 15°C and pleasant in Torgon at 21°C. As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 11°C in Torgon and 5°C in Ulrichen.
Precipitation
In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Arolla with an average of 106 mm to heavy rainfall in Oberwald with 216 mm.Average sunshine
The city Zermatt usually sees around 187 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.For a closer look at August's conditions in Canton of Valais, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Canton of Valais's yearly weather, check out our Canton of Valais climate page.
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What is the weather like in August for the 5 most popular destinations in Canton of Valais?
Zermatt
In August Zermatt generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Nendaz
In August Nendaz generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Saas-Fee
In August Saas-Fee generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Crans-Montana
In August Crans-Montana generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Verbier
In August Verbier generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is August the best time to visit Canton of Valais?
In our opinion, August is one of the best times to visit Canton of Valais, but the weather is often unpleasant in Zermatt.
Generally speaking, August provides unpleasant weather in Zermatt.
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