August weather forecast
Schaffhausen, Switzerland

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Weather in August

August in Schaffhausen remains within the realm of the warm season despite a slight dip in temperatures. An increase in humidity and rainfall reflects August's position as the height of the wet season, with precipitation rising to 71mm (2.8"). It's a good time to undertake indoor activities. Although the daylight hours start to gradually reduce, August preserves the essence of summer. Weather patterns signal the onset of autumn in September.

Temperature

The initiation of August in Schaffhausen records an average high-temperature of a still warm 23.3°C (73.9°F), displaying a near consistency with the previous month. Throughout August, an average low-temperature of 11.8°C (53.2°F) is experienced in Schaffhausen.

Humidity

In Schaffhausen, Switzerland, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 18.3 days and typically aggregates up to 71mm (2.8") of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Schaffhausen, Switzerland, the average length of the day in August is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of August in Schaffhausen, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 21:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 20:07 CEST.

Sunshine

July and August, with an average of 10.1h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Schaffhausen.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 4 leads to the following instructions:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Schaffhausen in August?

The high-temperature during August is 23.3°C (73.9°F) and the low-temperature is 11.8°C (53.2°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Schaffhausen?

The average relative humidity in August in Schaffhausen, Switzerland, is 80%.

What is the wettest month in Schaffhausen?

The month with the most rainfall in Schaffhausen, Switzerland, is August, when the rain falls for 18.3 days and typically aggregates up to 71mm (2.8") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August in Schaffhausen?

In August, the rain falls for 18.3 days. Throughout August, 71mm (2.8") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Schaffhausen?

In Schaffhausen, Switzerland, snow does not fall in June through September.

How many hours of daylight does Schaffhausen have in August?

In August, the average day length in Schaffhausen is 14h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Schaffhausen?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 21:00. On the last day of the month, in Schaffhausen, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 20:07 CEST.

What is the month with the most sunshine in Schaffhausen?

July and August, with an average of 10.1h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in Schaffhausen?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.1h.

How high is the UV index in August in Schaffhausen?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Schaffhausen, Switzerland

Average temperature in August - Schaffhausen, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in August: 23.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (23.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 11.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-3.4°C).

Average pressure in August
Schaffhausen, Switzerland

Average pressure in August - Schaffhausen, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in August: 1017.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.6mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and November (1015.7mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Schaffhausen, Switzerland

Average wind speed in August - Schaffhausen, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4km/h).

Average humidity in August
Schaffhausen, Switzerland

Average humidity in August - Schaffhausen, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (78%).

Average rainfall in August
Schaffhausen, Switzerland

Average rainfall in August - Schaffhausen, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in August: 71mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (71mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (29mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Schaffhausen, Switzerland

Average rainfall days in August - Schaffhausen, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in August: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Schaffhausen, Switzerland

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (88mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August
Schaffhausen, Switzerland

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in August
Schaffhausen, Switzerland

Average sunshine days in August - Schaffhausen, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in August: 9.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Schaffhausen, Switzerland

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Schaffhausen, Switzerland

Average cloud cover in August - Schaffhausen, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in August: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in August
Schaffhausen, Switzerland

Average visibility in August - Schaffhausen, Switzerland
  • Average visibility in August: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August and September (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, October, November and December (7km).

Schaffhausen, Switzerland

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