Groningen Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Groningen 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 moderate amount of precipitation.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Visitors to Groningen can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 23°C in August to a chilly 6°C in February.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 1°C in February. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Groningen experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 855 mm yearly. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, July, sees around 94 mm of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, April, still receives a respectable 56 mm of rainfall.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 Groningen, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.3 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 2.0 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 91%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 77%. 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 over the year ranges from 4 m/s in May, June, July, August, September and October to 5 m/s in January, February, March, April, November and December.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
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6 m/s
3 m/s
4 m/s
Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Groningen 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:
August has an average maximum temperature of 23°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 6°C.
July tops the wettest month list with 94 mm of rainfall.
April is the driest month with 56 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 219 hours of sunshine.
No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
