Alphen aan den Rijn weather in August (Zuid-Holland, Netherlands)

What weather conditions can you expect in Alphen aan den Rijn this August? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

You’ll find the weather in Alphen aan den Rijn during August to be perfect, with high temperatures and moderate rainfall. August is a notable month of the summer season. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 23°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 14°C. On average, it has the peak temperatures of the year.

Precipitation

Alphen aan den Rijn in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 93 mm for the month. This month is known for heavy rainfall, so don't forget your umbrella to stay dry. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 13 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 205 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, August is one of the better months to visit Alphen aan den Rijn. June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Alphen aan den Rijn climate page with graphs.

 

Alphen aan den Rijn, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 14°C  

Max Temperature 23°C  

Chance of Rain 45%  

Precipitation 93 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 79% *  

Windspeed 18 km/h *  

Sunshine 205 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 44% *  

Data from: Valkenburg, the Netherlands (17 KM, 10 Miles).

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 this month?

For visitors traveling to Alphen aan den Rijn, 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.

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Barbeque

8/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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