2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Zurich in August

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.

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Climate Overview

August is an excellent time to visit Zurich. Zurich has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 25°C, lows of 16°C, and approximately 10 rainy days per month.

Avg High

25°C

Avg Low

16°C

Rainy days

10days

Daylight

14.3h

Is August a good time to visit Zurich?

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.

Daylight

Sunrise

6:23 AM

Sunset

8:40 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 6°C -1°C 8 Good
February 10°C 2°C 17 Wet
March 11°C 1°C 12 Good
April 19°C 6°C 5 Good
May 19°C 8°C 11 Excellent (best)
June 21°C 13°C 16 Excellent (best)
July 25°C 15°C 14 Excellent (best)
August 25°C 16°C 10 Excellent (best)
September 21°C 12°C 9 Excellent (best)
October 14°C 7°C 16 Wet
November 9°C 3°C 7 Good
December 5°C 0°C 15 Wet

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for August

Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.

Climate: Moderate
Travel Context Perfect weather for walking tours and all-day sightseeing.

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Common Questions

Is August a good time to visit Zurich? +

August is typically Excellent for visiting Zurich, with average highs of 25°C and around 10 rainy days.

What should I pack for Zurich in August? +

With highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C in {month}, we recommend: Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.

Does it rain a lot in Zurich in August? +

Zurich typically sees around 10 rainy days in August.

How many hours of daylight are there in Zurich in August? +

In August, Zurich gets approximately 14.3 hours of daylight per day.

Is August peak season in Zurich? +

Yes, August is peak season in Zurich. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.

What is the best month to visit Zurich? +

The best months to visit Zurich are May, June, July, August, September, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Europe/Zurich)

Last Updated: January 2026

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