Hoorn Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Hoorn, Friesland, Netherlands, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with August peaking at 20°C (68°F) and February dropping to 7°C (45°F).
Annual rainfall is moderate at around 996 mm (39 in), with October being the wettest month. The most sunshine falls in May, with an average of 7.8 hours of daily sunshine.
Monthly Temperature in Hoorn
Visitors to Hoorn can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 20°C (68°F) in August. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 7°C (45°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 17°C (63°F) in August to 3°C (37°F) in February.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Hoorn
Generally, Hoorn experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 996 mm (39 in) yearly. Hoorn can be quite wet during October, receiving approximately 114 mm (4.5 in) of precipitation over 18 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (April), you will experience much drier conditions, with 46 mm (1.8 in) of precipitation spread across 14 rainy days days. For more details, please visit our Hoorn Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
Sunshine Hours in Hoorn
Hoorn can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 7.8 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 2.1 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Hoorn by Month
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
Hoorn 3-Day Forecast
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Best Time to Visit Hoorn
During July, August and September, Hoorn experiences its most favorable weather, with temperatures between 18°C (65°F) and 20°C (68°F). These mild conditions make it an excellent time for a visit.The weather does bring rainfall during this period, between 83 mm (3.3 in) and 108 mm (4.3 in). Wondering where to travel based on your weather preferences? Our recommendation tool helps you find destinations with your ideal climate conditions. Use our weather planner to find your perfect destination.