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Riehen Weather in August

August in Riehen sees daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and lows of 14°C (57°F) at night. With around 116 mm (4.6 in) of rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.

Rainfall in Riehen in August

Typically, you can expect about 15 days of rain this month, with 116 mm (4.6 in) on average. This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.

Temperature in Riehen in August

August in Riehen brings high temperatures, with highs of 25°C (77°F) and nights around 14°C (57°F). The summer season takes place during August. The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. Nights drop to around 14°C (57°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.

Sunshine in Riehen in August

The month enjoys around 216 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. September typically offers the best weather for Riehen.

Riehen Temperature in August

Min Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Max Temperature
25°C (77°F)
Chance of Rain
51%
Precipitation
116 mm (4.6 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
72% *
Sunshine
216 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
55% *
* Data from: Basel, Switzerland (3 KM, 2 Miles).

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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).

What to Wear in Riehen in August

Warm but pleasant conditions in Riehen in August. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Riehen in August

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    9/10
  • Cycling
    7/10
  • Walking
    7/10
  • Camping
    6/10
  • Outdoor sports
    7/10

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