Haarlem Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Haarlem, like the rest of The Netherlands, has an oceanic (maritime) climate. This climate is characterized by its mild winters. There is almost no snowfall and just a few days (sometimes weeks) a year with temperatures below zero during the day. With cool summers we recommend visiting Haarlem in July and August.
Monthly Temperature in Haarlem
In Haarlem, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 22°C (72°F) in August to a chilly 7°C (45°F) in February.
Nighttime temperatures range from 15°C (59°F) in August to 3°C (37°F) in February.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Haarlem
On average, Haarlem receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 982 mm (39 in). The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, October, sees around 104 mm (4.1 in) of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, April, still receives a respectable 53 mm (2.1 in) of rainfall. For more details, please visit our Haarlem 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 Haarlem
In Haarlem, 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 1.8 hours per average day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Haarlem 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
