Jura Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Jura, Switzerland in August.

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Delémont Ocourt Porrentruy Saignelégier

Considering a trip to Jura, 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 Jura in August

Jura, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. August in Jura generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. August falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

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

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

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Boncourt with an average of 131 mm (5.2 in) to heavy rainfall in Saignelégier with 175 mm (6.9 in). Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Delémont receives the most rainfall during this month of the year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Delémont enjoys about 216 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Jura by month

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

January5°C (41°F) February7°C (45°F) March12°C (54°F) April15°C (59°F) May19°C (66°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 Jura in August

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

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 Jura

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

Temperature range in Jura (August)

Precipitation variation in Jura (August)

Delémont

In August Delémont 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
143 mm (5.6 in)
147 mm (5.8 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Delémont →

Ocourt

In August Ocourt generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
237 hours
216 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
151 mm (5.9 in)
156 mm (6.1 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Ocourt →

Porrentruy

In August Porrentruy 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
140 mm (5.5 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Porrentruy →

Saignelégier

In August Saignelégier 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 pleasant 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)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
244 hours
227 hours
176 hours
Monthly rainfall
170 mm (6.7 in)
175 mm (6.9 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Saignelégier →

Saint-Ursanne

In August Saint-Ursanne 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
147 mm (5.8 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Saint-Ursanne →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Jura, 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 Jura in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Delémont 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 147 mm (5.8 in)
Ocourt 24°C (75°F) 13°C (55°F) 156 mm (6.1 in)
Porrentruy 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 145 mm (5.7 in)
Saignelégier 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 175 mm (6.9 in)
Saint-Ursanne 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 151 mm (5.9 in)
Boncourt 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 131 mm (5.2 in)

Jura weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Jura, Switzerland in August?

August in Jura, Switzerland brings pleasant weather. In Delémont, daytime temperatures are typically around 25°C (77°F) and nighttime lows hover near 14°C (57°F).

What is the average temperature in Jura, Switzerland in August?

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

Does Jura, Switzerland get a lot of rain in August?

Jura, Switzerland sees substantial rainfall in August. Delémont typically averages about 147 mm (5.8 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Jura, Switzerland?

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to Jura, Switzerland. Typically, the climate in Delémont is pleasant. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Jura, Switzerland is in June, July, August and September with generally pleasant weather in Delémont. On the other hand, the months of January, February, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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