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Saillon Weather in August

August in Saillon averages 19°C (66°F) during the day and 7°C (45°F) at night. Quite a bit of rainfall is typical this month, with around 163 mm (6.4 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.

Rainfall in Saillon in August

You can typically expect 17 days of rain this month, averaging around 163 mm (6.4 in). This month brings frequent, heavy showers. Both the number of wet days and the rainfall totals are on the high side.

Temperature in Saillon in August

August in Saillon brings typical temperatures with highs around 19°C (66°F) and lows of 7°C (45°F). During August, the summer season is in full swing. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. Nights drop to 7°C (45°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Saillon in August

With approximately 248 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.

Wind Speed in Saillon in August

Wind speeds average 2 m/s (4 knots) during August. At this speed, expect light breezes that you can feel on your face and cause leaves to rustle gently. Since this is an average, some days are calmer with barely any wind while others have more noticeable gentle breezes.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, July and August typically offer the best circumstances for Saillon.

Saillon Temperature in August

Min Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Max Temperature
19°C (66°F)
Chance of Rain
55%
Precipitation
163 mm (6.4 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Humidity
67% *
Windspeed
2 m/s (4 knots) *
Sunshine
248 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
65% *
* Data from: Sion, Switzerland (12 KM, 7 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 Saillon 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! You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Saillon in August

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

  • Swimming
    7/10
  • Camping
    3/10

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