Gasselte Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Gasselte.
Climate overview of Gasselte
Gasselte, Drenthe, Netherlands, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with July peaking at 23°C (73°F) and January dropping to 6°C (43°F).
Gasselte sees a moderate amount of rain/snowfall, totalling around 850 mm (33 in) per year. The most sunshine falls in May, with an average of 6.7 hours of daily sunshine.
Gasselte Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Gasselte — and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Gasselte
Visitors to Gasselte can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 23°C (73°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 6°C (43°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 13°C (55°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 Gasselte
Generally, Gasselte experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 850 mm (33 in) yearly. Year-round, Gasselte has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, July, with 89 mm (3.5 in), and the driest month, April, with 55 mm (2.2 in), is minimal. For more details, please visit our Gasselte 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 Gasselte
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Gasselte. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.7 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.0 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 Gasselte by Month
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 91%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 75%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Gasselte
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 3 m/s (6 knots) to 4 m/s (8 knots). It is lower in May, June, July, August, September and October and higher in January, February, March, April, November and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Best Time to Visit Gasselte
The weather does bring rainfall during this period, between 66 mm (2.6 in) and 89 mm (3.5 in). Seeking the perfect travel destination for this year? We've created a tool that suggests locations matching your desired weather. Let our weather planner guide your travel decisions.
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Gasselte
What is the best time to visit Gasselte?
June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather in Gasselte. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
What temperatures can I expect in Gasselte?
Daytime highs range from 6°C (43°F) in January to 23°C (73°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from 1°C (34°F) to 13°C (55°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Gasselte get?
Annual rainfall is around 850 mm (33 in). July is the wettest month with 89 mm (3.5 in), while April is the driest with 55 mm (2.2 in).
How sunny is Gasselte?
Gasselte receives around 1,418 hours of sunshine per year. May is the sunniest month with 201 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 31 hours.
Gasselte 3-Day Forecast
Gasselte 3-Day Forecast
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