Switzerland (Lucerne) · August
Best travel monthPeak seasonSwitzerland · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 4° (39°)-3– (27–)12 (54) | 6° (43°)-2– (28–)14 (57) | 11° (52°)2– (36–)19 (66) | 15° (59°)5– (41–)23 (73) | 19° (66°)9– (48–)26 (79) | 23° (73°)14– (57–)31 (88) | 25° (77°)16– (61–)32 (90) | 24° (75°)14– (57–)30 (86) | 20° (68°)11– (52–)26 (79) | 15° (59°)7– (45–)21 (70) | 9° (48°)1– (34–)16 (61) | 5° (41°)-1– (30–)12 (54) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | -1° (30°)-8– (18–)5 (41) | -1° (30°)-6– (21–)5 (41) | 2° (36°)-3– (27–)8 (46) | 6° (43°)-1– (30–)11 (52) | 10° (50°)2– (36–)15 (59) | 14° (57°)7– (45–)18 (64) | 15° (59°)9– (48–)18 (64) | 15° (59°)9– (48–)19 (66) | 12° (54°)6– (43–)16 (61) | 8° (46°)1– (34–)12 (54) | 3° (37°)-3– (27–)8 (46) | 0° (32°)-7– (19–)5 (41) |
☀️Sunshine | 3h UV 3 | 5h UV 4 | 7h UV 6 | 8h UV 7 | 7h UV 7 | 9h UV 8 | 9h UV 8 | 8h UV 7 | 7h UV 6 | 6h UV 5 | 3h UV 3 | 3h UV 2 |
🌧Rain Days | 8d63mm (2.5") | 7d54mm (2.1") | 8d67mm (2.6") | 8d78mm (3.1") | 12d138mm (5.4") | 12d130mm (5.1") | 12d148mm (5.8") | 11d158mm (6.2") | 8d99mm (3.9") | 8d76mm (3.0") | 8d65mm (2.5") | 9d80mm (3.2") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest 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 Switzerland (Lucerne) — with 8 sunshine hours per day and pleasant highs of 24°C (75°F).
Daytime highs average 24°C (75°F), cooling to 15°C (59°F) at night (daily average: 19°C (66°F)). Peaks reach around 30°C (86°F), the coldest nights around 9°C (48°F). The sun shines an average of 8 hours per day; there are 11 rain days with 158 mm (6.2 in) total.
Summer clothing and a light jacket for evenings is enough. Conditions are ideal for excursions, hikes, and sightseeing.
High season on Lake Lucerne: the Chapel Bridge is packed, the lido spots are taken and half the town sits by the water in the evening. Thunderstorms pass quickly and leave the air clear. In late summer the Lucerne Festival fills the concert halls with an international audience.
Events & Festivals
- Lucerne Festival in Summermid-August to mid-September
One of Europe's major classical music festivals with more than 100 events, held mainly at the KKL concert hall on the lakefront. Accommodation books up early during these weeks.
Packing list for Switzerland (Lucerne) 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 Switzerland (Lucerne)?
- Yes — August is one of the best months to visit Switzerland (Lucerne) (Climate Score: 61/100). Pleasant temperatures (24°C (75°F)), good sunshine (8 h/day), and few rain days (11) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Switzerland (Lucerne) in August?
- In August, Switzerland (Lucerne) sees daily highs of 24°C (75°F). Nights cool to 15°C (59°F), with a daily average of 19°C (66°F). Peaks reach around 30°C (86°F), the coldest nights around 9°C (48°F).
- How much rain falls in Switzerland (Lucerne) in August?
- In August, Switzerland (Lucerne) receives an average of 158 mm (6.2 in) of rain over 11 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Switzerland (Lucerne) get in August?
- Switzerland (Lucerne) averages 8 sunshine hours per day in August — above the annual average.
