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Alphen aan den Rijn Climate by Month

The temperature in Alphen aan den Rijn can vary quite a bit throughout the year. Temperatures can be warm during the warmest months, and cold during the cooler months. It receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

Visitors to Alphen aan den Rijn can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 23°C in August. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 7°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging 2°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Alphen aan den Rijn experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 915 mm yearly. Alphen aan den Rijn experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 93 mm in August, the wettest month, and 56 mm in April, the driest month.

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

Sunshine over the year

Alphen aan den Rijn can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 7.7 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.7 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

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

Daily hours of sunshine

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

The best time of year to visit Alphen aan den Rijn in the Netherlands

During the months of June, 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 Alphen aan den Rijn?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 23°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Alphen aan den Rijn?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 7°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Alphen aan den Rijn?
    August tops the wettest month list with 93 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Alphen aan den Rijn?
    April is the driest month with 56 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Alphen aan den Rijn?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 232 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Alphen aan den Rijn

    Sat   Dec 14
    7°C | 2°C
    W 18 km/h
    1.5 mm
    overcast and rain

    overcast and rain

    Sun   Dec 15
    11°C | 5°C
    W 22 km/h
    0.7 mm
    overcast and  chance of slight rain

    overcast and chance of slight rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    11°C | 9°C
    W 22 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain