August 11 is generally a great time to visit Zurich. While there is a slight chance of rain (23%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 25°C weather. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Zurich right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Zurich
Currency
CHF
Fr. Swiss franc
Language
French
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Driving
Right side
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.357
Zurich Weather Forecast for August 11
"Warm & Sunny. Expect average highs of 25.1°C. 23% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Zurich in August
Based on historical data for August 11, Zurich typically experiences temperatures between 15.6°C and 25.1°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (23% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Zurich
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
25.1°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
15.6°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
25.9°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
23%
Avg 2.1mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
52%
Overcast
Pressure
1017 hPa
Medium volatility
Zurich Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
✓ Weather is generally predictable, but pack for minor variations. A light backup layer is recommended.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 20 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 30 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 50 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
19.7°C
Noticeable
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Morning hours (before 11 AM)
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Switzerland
Flight Traffic
High
100/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~542
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Zurich
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:17
☀️ Noon
12:32
🌇 Sunset
19:47
⏱️ Daylight
14h 29m
Wind Speed
9.1 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
11.4 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
72%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Zurich
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🔴 Very Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Zurich on August 11 averages 25.1°C with a 23% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 98/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Zurich Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Zurich Worth Visiting on August 11?
Planning a trip to Zurich on August 11? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year typically offers vibrant summer conditions averaging 25.1°C with a 23% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 542 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating peak tourist activity.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Switzerland, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest August 11 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 30.7°C in 2024, while the coldest dropped to 10.4°C in 2016.