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Leiden Climate by Month

Leiden experiences great temperature shifts. The city's weather can transition from warm days to cold weather. It receives a moderate amount of precipitation. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Leiden is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 22°C in August to a chilly 7°C in February. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 2°C in February.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Leiden receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 929 mm annually. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, August, sees around 93 mm of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, April, still receives a respectable 54 mm of rainfall.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

In Leiden, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.7 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.7 hours.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Valkenburg, the Netherlands (5 KM, 3 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Valkenburg, the Netherlands (5 KM, 3 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Leiden 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:
  • Which is the warmest month in Leiden?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 22°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Leiden?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 7°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Leiden?
    August tops the wettest month list with 93 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Leiden?
    April is the driest month with 54 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Leiden?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 232 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Leiden

    Thu   Nov 21
    6°C | 1°C
    W 18 km/h
    2.8 mm
    partly cloudy and  chance of rain

    partly cloudy and chance of rain

    Fri   Nov 22
    8°C | 1°C
    W 29 km/h
    15 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    9°C | 1°C
    S 25 km/h
    8.9 mm
    overcast and rain

    overcast and rain