Rügen · August
Best travel monthPeak seasonGermany · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, ↑ warmestØ day↑ warmest | 4° (39°)10° (50°) | 4° (39°)10° (50°) | 7° (45°)15° (59°) | 12° (54°)20° (68°) | 17° (63°)25° (77°) | 21° (70°)29° (84°) | 23° (73°)29° (84°) | 23° (73°)29° (84°) | 19° (66°)25° (77°) | 14° (57°)19° (66°) | 8° (46°)13° (55°) | 5° (41°)11° (52°) |
Ø night, ↓ coldestØ night↓ coldest | 0° (32°)-8° (18°) | 0° (32°)-6° (21°) | 2° (36°)-4° (25°) | 5° (41°)-1° (30°) | 9° (48°)2° (36°) | 13° (55°)7° (45°) | 15° (59°)10° (50°) | 15° (59°)10° (50°) | 12° (54°)6° (43°) | 8° (46°)2° (36°) | 5° (41°)-2° (28°) | 1° (34°)-5° (23°) |
☀️Sunshine | 2h UV 1 | 4h UV 3 | 6h UV 4 | 9h UV 6 | 10h UV 7 | 10h UV 7 | 9h UV 7 | 9h UV 6 | 7h UV 5 | 4h UV 3 | 2h UV 2 | 1h UV 1 |
🌊Water Temp | 3° (37°) | 3° (37°) | 4° (39°) | 7° (45°) | 11° (52°) | 16° (61°) | 18° (64°) | 19° (66°) | 17° (63°) | 13° (55°) | 9° (48°) | 6° (43°) |
🌧Rain Days | 8d52mm (2.0") | 6d38mm (1.5") | 6d35mm (1.4") | 4d31mm (1.2") | 6d45mm (1.8") | 6d58mm (2.3") | 9d82mm (3.2") | 8d65mm (2.5") | 6d52mm (2.0") | 8d56mm (2.2") | 8d52mm (2.0") | 8d49mm (1.9") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · ↑ warmest day · ↓ coldest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Peak season — flights and hotels at their annual highest. Book early.
August is one of the best months to visit Rügen — with 9 sunshine hours per day and pleasant highs of 23°C (73°F).
Daytime highs average 23°C (73°F), cooling to 15°C (59°F) at night (daily average: 19°C (66°F)). Peaks reach around 29°C (84°F), the coldest nights around 10°C (50°F). The sun shines an average of 9 hours per day; there are 8 rain days with 65 mm (2.6 in) total. The sea is 19°C (66°F) — refreshing and manageable for confident swimmers.
Summer clothing and a light jacket for evenings is enough. Conditions are ideal for excursions, hikes, and sightseeing.
Packing list for Rügen in August
- T-shirts and shorts
- Light jacket for cool evenings
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Light umbrella or rain poncho
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is August a good time to visit Rügen?
- Yes — August is one of the best months to visit Rügen (Climate Score: 61/100). Pleasant temperatures (23°C (73°F)), good sunshine (9 h/day), and few rain days (8) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Rügen in August?
- In August, Rügen sees daily highs of 23°C (73°F). Nights cool to 15°C (59°F), with a daily average of 19°C (66°F). Peaks reach around 29°C (84°F), the coldest nights around 10°C (50°F).
- How much rain falls in Rügen in August?
- In August, Rügen receives an average of 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain over 8 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Rügen get in August?
- Rügen averages 9 sunshine hours per day in August — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Rügen in August?
- Water temperature in Rügen in August averages 19°C (66°F) — refreshing but slightly cool for sensitive swimmers.
