Maastricht weather in August (Limburg, Netherlands)

How is the weather in Maastricht in August? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In Maastricht the weather in August is generally perfect, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. August is a summer month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 24°C, while night temperatures can drop to 14°C.

Maastricht in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 77 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 15 days of rain are anticipated.

With around 199 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a prime time to visit Maastricht. June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Maastricht climate page with graphs.

 

Maastricht, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 14°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 24°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 49%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 77 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 75%  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 199 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 44%  

Where to go in the Netherlands in August

Find out more about the weather in the Netherlands in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Maastricht in August?

For visitors traveling to Maastricht, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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