Franeker Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
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 maximum day and minimum 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 average lows reaching 3°C in February. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
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. For more details, please visit our Franeker Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
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 per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average humidity
The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 90%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 78%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed varies between 4 m/s and 6 m/s throughout the year. It is lowest in June, July and August and highest during January, February, March, November and December.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
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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