Maastricht Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Maastricht, Limburg, Netherlands, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with July peaking at 24°C (75°F) and January dropping to 7°C (45°F).
Maastricht sees a moderate amount of rain/snowfall, totalling around 855 mm (34 in) per year. July is the sunniest month, averaging 7.0 hours of sunshine per day.
Monthly Temperature in Maastricht
Visitors to Maastricht can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 24°C (75°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 7°C (45°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 14°C (57°F) in July to around 1°C (34°F) during January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Maastricht
Generally, Maastricht experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 855 mm (34 in) yearly. Year-round, Maastricht has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, December, with 85 mm (3.3 in), and the driest month, April, with 55 mm (2.2 in), is minimal. For more details, please visit our Maastricht Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Maastricht
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Maastricht. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.0 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.8 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in Maastricht by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Maastricht.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 88%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 71%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Maastricht
The mean wind speed varies between 4 m/s (8 knots) and 5 m/s (10 knots) throughout the year. It is lowest in April, May, June, July, August, September and October and highest during January, February, March, November and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Maastricht 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Maastricht
During May, June, July, August and September, Maastricht experiences its most favorable weather, with temperatures between 19°C (67°F) and 24°C (76°F). These mild conditions make it an excellent time for a visit.The weather does bring rainfall during this period, between 63 mm (2.5 in) and 80 mm (3.1 in). Looking for inspiration on where to travel this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
