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Alkmaar Climate by Month

The temperature in Alkmaar can vary quite a bit throughout the year. Temperatures can be pleasant during the warmest months, and cold during the cooler months. It receives a moderate amount of precipitation. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

Visitors to Alkmaar can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 21°C in August to a chilly 7°C in February. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 3°C in February.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Alkmaar experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 917 mm yearly. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, October, sees around 98 mm of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, April, still receives a respectable 48 mm of rainfall.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

In Alkmaar, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.5 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.3 hours per average day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: De Kooy, the Netherlands (31 KM, 19 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: De Kooy, the Netherlands (31 KM, 19 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Alkmaar in the Netherlands

During the months of July and August you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Alkmaar?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 21°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Alkmaar?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 7°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Alkmaar?
    October tops the wettest month list with 98 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Alkmaar?
    April is the driest month with 48 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Alkmaar?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 224 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Alkmaar

    Thu   Dec 12
    6°C | 3°C
    NE 14 km/h
    overcast and no rain

    overcast and no rain

    Fri   Dec 13
    4°C | 0°C
    E 14 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Sat   Dec 14
    7°C | 0°C
    NW 22 km/h
    1.5 mm
    overcast and rain

    overcast and rain