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Canton of Zurich Weather in August

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

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Zürich Winterthur Glattbrugg Kloten

Planning a getaway to Canton of Zurich, 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 Zurich in August

Canton of Zurich, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. August in Canton of Zurich generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. During August, summer is in full swing.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 23°C (73°F) in Wald to 25°C (77°F) in Winterthur. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C (57°F) in Winterthur and 13°C (55°F) in Wald.

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

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Winterthur with an average of 113 mm (4.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Wald with 193 mm (7.6 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Zürich enjoys approximately 215 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Canton of Zurich by month

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

January5°C (41°F) February7°C (45°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) December6°C (43°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Canton of Zurich in August

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

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 Zurich

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

Temperature range in Canton of Zurich (August)

Precipitation variation in Canton of Zurich (August)

Zürich

In August Zürich 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)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
215 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
135 mm (5.3 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
very good
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Winterthur

In August Winterthur 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)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
215 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
113 mm (4.4 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
excellent
Climate in Winterthur →

Glattbrugg

In August Glattbrugg 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)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
215 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
128 mm (5 in)
127 mm (5 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
very good
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Kloten

In August Kloten 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)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
215 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
124 mm (4.9 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
very good
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Wädenswil

In August Wädenswil generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
215 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
165 mm (6.5 in)
171 mm (6.7 in)
143 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
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 Zurich in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Zürich 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 135 mm (5.3 in)
Winterthur 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)
Glattbrugg 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 127 mm (5 in)
Kloten 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 123 mm (4.8 in)
Wädenswil 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 171 mm (6.7 in)
Horgen 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 158 mm (6.2 in)

Canton of Zurich weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

Canton of Zurich, Switzerland typically experiences very good weather in August, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Zürich average around 25°C (77°F), and temperatures drop to about 14°C (57°F) at night.

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

Daytime temperatures in Zürich peak at roughly 25°C (77°F) in August, dropping to about 14°C (57°F) overnight.

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

Canton of Zurich, Switzerland sees substantial rainfall in August. Zürich typically averages about 135 mm (5.3 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

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

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

On average, the best time to visit Canton of Zurich, Switzerland is in May, June, July, August and September with generally very good weather in Zürich. On the other hand, the months of January, February, November and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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