August weather forecast
Lausanne, Switzerland

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Weather in August

August in Lausanne continues the warm and pleasant climate from July with fairly similar temperature ranges, but it's slightly lower dipping to 22.1°C (71.8°F) on average high. This month, the city experiences a drop in the frequency of rainfall. With considerable daylight hours and good weather, August is favorable for open-air events. Locals and tourists can extensively enjoy outdoor activities without the worry of sudden rain showers.

Temperature

In Lausanne, August's average high-temperature stands at a still pleasant 22.1°C (71.8°F), closely related to the preceding month. During the month of August, an average low-temperature of 12.5°C (54.5°F) is recorded.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Lausanne are April, July and August, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Lausanne, in August, during 16.8 rainfall days, 81mm (3.19") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lausanne, during the entire year, the rain falls for 185.5 days and collects up to 834mm (32.83") of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 14h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 21:04. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 20:14 CEST.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Lausanne are July and August, with an average of 10.7h of sunshine.

UV index

In Lausanne, Switzerland, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Lausanne?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Lausanne, is 22.1°C (71.8°F) and the average low-temperature is 12.5°C (54.5°F).

What is the least humid month in Lausanne?

April, July and August, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months in Lausanne.

What is the average humidity in August in Lausanne?

The average relative humidity in August in Lausanne, Switzerland, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in August in Lausanne?

In Lausanne, Switzerland, during August, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 81mm (3.19") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Lausanne?

June through September are months without snowfall in Lausanne.

What is the average length of the day in August in Lausanne?

The average day length in August in Lausanne is 14h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Lausanne?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 21:04. On the last day of the month, in Lausanne, Switzerland, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 20:14 CEST.

What is the month with the most sunshine in Lausanne?

The months with the most sunshine in Lausanne are July and August, with an average of 10.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in Lausanne?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Lausanne is 10.7h.

How high is the UV index in August in Lausanne?

In Lausanne, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Lausanne, Switzerland

Average temperature in August - Lausanne, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in August: 22.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (22.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 12.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.6°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (-2.2°C).

Average pressure in August
Lausanne, Switzerland

Average pressure in August - Lausanne, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in August: 1017.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.5mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Lausanne, Switzerland

Average wind speed in August - Lausanne, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in August: 7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7km/h).

Average humidity in August
Lausanne, Switzerland

Average humidity in August - Lausanne, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in August
Lausanne, Switzerland

Average rainfall in August - Lausanne, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in August: 81mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (103mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (38mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Lausanne, Switzerland

Average rainfall days in August - Lausanne, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Lausanne, Switzerland

Average snowfall in August - Lausanne, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (184mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August
Lausanne, Switzerland

Average snowfall days in August - Lausanne, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Lausanne, Switzerland

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Lausanne, Switzerland
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Lausanne, Switzerland

Average sunshine days in August - Lausanne, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in August: 9.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (6.7 days).

Average UV index in August
Lausanne, Switzerland

Average UV index in August - Lausanne, Switzerland
  • Average UV index in August: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Lausanne, Switzerland

Average cloud cover in August - Lausanne, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in August
Lausanne, Switzerland

Average visibility in August - Lausanne, Switzerland
  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

Lausanne, Switzerland

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