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Saas-Fee Weather in August

In Saas-Fee, August brings moderate daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), with nights cooling to 6°C (43°F). It is the wettest month of the year, so expect more rainfall than usual.

Rainfall in Saas-Fee in August

As part of the rainy season, Saas-Fee sees around 19 days of rain in August, with an average of 200 mm (7.9 in). With rain on many days and solid totals, showers are frequent and often moderately heavy. Waterproof gear is a sensible idea.

Temperature in Saas-Fee in August

August in Saas-Fee sees highs of 16°C (61°F) and lows of 6°C (43°F) overnight. During August, you'll experience the summer season. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. With lows around 6°C (43°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Saas-Fee in August

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 187 hours of sunlight expected. Even though this month is part of the rainy season, you could still see the sun every now and then.

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Saas-Fee Temperature in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C (43°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C (61°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 63%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 200 mm (7.9 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 70% *  
SunshineSunshine 187 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 68% *  
* Data from: Zermatt, Switzerland (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Daily Historical Temperatures

50-year average (1976-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Saas-Fee typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 16°C (61°F). Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 9°C (48°F) to 12°C (54°F).

Average temperatures in August

Daily Historical Precipitation

50-year average (1976-2025)

Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.

Average precipitation in August

Historical weather for Saas-Fee in August

Browse day-by-day weather records for Saas-Fee spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Saas-Fee historical weather extremes in August

The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Saas-Fee from 1976 through 2025.

  • The warmest day in August was on August 24, 2023, with a maximum of 35°C (95°F).
  • The lowest daytime temperature in August was 8°C (46°F), recorded on August 9, 2007.
  • The lowest overnight temperature recorded in August was -10°C (14°F) (August 29, 1995).
  • The heaviest August precipitation occurred on August 28, 2023, when 59 mm (2.3 in) of precipitation fell.

Best Places in Switzerland in August

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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 Saas-Fee in August

Pleasant temperatures in August mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Saas-Fee in August

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10

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