Saxony Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Saxony, Germany in August.

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Dresden Leipzig Bad Schandau Kurort Oberwiesenthal

Considering a trip to Saxony, Germany 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 Saxony in August

Saxony, Germany is a region in Germany. August in Saxony generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. August is a summer month.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from pleasant in Bärenstein at 22°C (72°F) to warm in Torgau at 26°C (79°F). At night it cools down to 14°C (57°F) in Torgau and 11°C (52°F) in Bärenstein.

For specific regional insights in Saxony, Germany, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Delitzsch with an average of 63 mm (2.5 in) to high rainfall in Sehma with 105 mm (4.1 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in August. Dresden typically receives 212 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Saxony in August

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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 Saxony

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Saxony, Germany?

Temperature range in Saxony (August)

Precipitation variation in Saxony (August)

Dresden

In August Dresden generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect 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
225 hours
212 hours
153 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Dresden →

Leipzig

In August Leipzig generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
231 hours
212 hours
163 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Leipzig →

Bad Schandau

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

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
212 hours
153 hours
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Bad Schandau →

Kurort Oberwiesenthal

In August Kurort Oberwiesenthal generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
196 hours
185 hours
139 hours
Monthly rainfall
112 mm (4.4 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Kurort Oberwiesenthal →

Görlitz

In August Görlitz generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect 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)
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Görlitz →

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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Saxony in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Dresden 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Leipzig 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Bad Schandau 24°C (75°F) 13°C (55°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Kurort Oberwiesenthal 22°C (72°F) 11°C (52°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Görlitz 25°C (77°F) 13°C (55°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Meißen 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)

Saxony weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Saxony, Germany in August?

In August, Saxony, Germany generally has perfect weather conditions. Dresden sees daytime temperatures near 25°C (77°F), with nights cooling to roughly 14°C (57°F).

What is the average temperature in Saxony, Germany in August?

Average temperatures in Saxony, Germany during August range from a nighttime low near 14°C (57°F) to a daytime high around 25°C (77°F) in Dresden.

Does Saxony, Germany get a lot of rain in August?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Saxony, Germany during August, with Dresden averaging close to 83 mm (3.3 in).

Is August a Good Time to Visit Saxony, Germany?

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to Saxony, Germany. Typically, the climate in Dresden is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Dresden. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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