Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for August
| Metric | Zurich | Munich | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 23°C (73°F) | 23°C (73°F) | Tie |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 15°C (59°F)▲ | 13°C (55°F) | Zurich |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 14 days | 13 days▲ | Munich |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 112 mm | 100 mm▲ | Munich |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 11h/day | 11h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 10 | 10 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 10 km/h▲ | 13 km/h | Zurich |
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Munich edges ahead as the better destination in August. Munich offers 11 hours of daily sunshine with only 13 rain days, while Zurich sees 11 sunshine hours and 14 rain days.
Zurich sits in the comfortable travel range at 23°C. Munich is also comfortable at 23°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Munich is the stronger choice in August.
Zurich reaches an average high of 23°C (73°F) and drops to 15°C (59°F) at night during August. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
Munich averages 23°C (73°F) for the high and 13°C (55°F) for the low, with a daily range of 10°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in August.
Zurich receives approximately 112 mm of rainfall across 14 rain days during August. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Munich sees 100 mm over 13 rain days. That makes Munich the drier option by 1 rain day and 12 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 23°C, lows of 15°C, 14 rain days
Highs of 23°C, lows of 13°C, 13 rain days
Pack for both: light layers, a light jacket for evenings, sunscreen, waterproof jacket, compact umbrella, waterproof shoes. These items are useful in either destination during August.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. August is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Zurich | Munich | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 5°C | 13d | 3°C | 12d |
| Feb | 6°C | 11d | 5°C | 10d |
| Mar | 10°C | 13d | 9°C | 13d |
| Apr | 14°C | 13d | 14°C | 12d |
| May | 18°C | 15d | 18°C | 15d |
| Jun | 22°C | 16d | 21°C | 15d |
| Jul | 24°C | 15d | 23°C | 15d |
| Aug | 23°C | 14d | 23°C | 13d |
| Sep | 19°C | 12d | 18°C | 12d |
| Oct | 15°C | 12d | 14°C | 11d |
| Nov | 9°C | 12d | 8°C | 11d |
| Dec | 5°C | 14d | 4°C | 13d |
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