Franeker Climate by Month
The temperature in Franeker can vary greatly throughout the year.
The temperatures shift from pleasant
to cold.
It receives a moderate amount of precipitation.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average day and night temperature
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from pleasant to chilly in Franeker. 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, Franeker has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 988 mm of rain/snowfall annually. The seasons in Franeker, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, August, receives high rainfall, with an average of 108 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 15 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, April, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 49 mm over 13 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
Sunshine over the year
In Franeker, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.8 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 2.1 hours.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Franeker.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed over the year in Franeker ranges from 4°C in June to 6°C in January.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
The best time of year to visit Franeker 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:
August has an average maximum temperature of 21°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 7°C.
August tops the wettest month list with 108 mm of rainfall.
April is the driest month with 49 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 233 hours of sunshine.
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