Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for August
| Metric | Munich | Geneva | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 17°C (63°F) | 24°C (75°F)▲ | Geneva |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 5°C (41°F) | 16°C (61°F)▲ | Geneva |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 5 days▲ | 12 days | Munich |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 60 mm▲ | 114 mm | Munich |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 6h/day | 11h/day▲ | Geneva |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 10 | 10 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 15 km/h | 10 km/h▲ | Geneva |
Munich and Geneva are closely matched in August. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.
Munich sits in the comfortable travel range at 17°C. Geneva is also comfortable at 24°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Munich is the stronger choice in August. Geneva receives 5 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Munich reaches an average high of 17°C (63°F) and drops to 5°C (41°F) at night during August. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.
Geneva averages 24°C (75°F) for the high and 16°C (61°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°C. There is a notable 7°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in August.
Munich receives approximately 60 mm of rainfall across 5 rain days during August. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.
Geneva sees 114 mm over 12 rain days. That makes Munich the drier option by 7 rain days and 54 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 17°C, lows of 5°C, 5 rain days
Highs of 24°C, lows of 16°C, 12 rain days
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. August is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Munich | Geneva | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 1°C | 3d | 5°C | 13d |
| Feb | 6°C | 3d | 7°C | 11d |
| Mar | 12°C | 4d | 11°C | 13d |
| Apr | 17°C | 5d | 15°C | 13d |
| May | 22°C | 6d | 19°C | 16d |
| Jun | 23°C | 6d | 22°C | 14d |
| Jul | 22°C | 6d | 24°C | 13d |
| Aug | 17°C | 5d | 24°C | 12d |
| Sep | 12°C | 4d | 20°C | 12d |
| Oct | 6°C | 3d | 16°C | 12d |
| Nov | 1°C | 3d | 10°C | 13d |
| Dec | 0°C | 3d | 6°C | 13d |
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