Stresa Weather in August

With daytime temperatures of 26°C (79°F) and nighttime lows of 17°C (63°F), August in Stresa brings high temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that August is part of the rainy season, with frequent and often heavy rainfall.

Rainfall in Stresa in August

As part of the rainy season, Stresa sees around 15 days of rain in August, with an average of 195 mm (7.7 in). With rain on many days and solid totals, showers are frequent and often moderately heavy. Waterproof gear is a sensible idea.

Temperature in Stresa in August

Stresa in August gets highs of 26°C (79°F) during the day and drops to 17°C (63°F) at night. The summer season is characteristic of August. The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. Nights cool down to 17°C (63°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Stresa in August

With approximately 251 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies during the day. Rain typically falls in the afternoon or evening, keeping mornings and early parts of the day sunny.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, July typically offers the best circumstances for Stresa.

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Stresa Temperature in August

Min Temperature 17°C (63°F)  

Max Temperature 26°C (79°F)  

Chance of Rain 48%  

Precipitation 195 mm (7.7 in)  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 73% *  

Sunshine 251 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 57% *  

* Data from: Milan, Italy (34 KM, 21 Miles).

What to Wear in Stresa in August

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in August. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Stresa in August

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

Swimming

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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