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Nijmegen Climate by Month

The temperature in Nijmegen 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 reasonable amount of rain/snowfall. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

Visitors to Nijmegen can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 24°C in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 7°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging 1°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Nijmegen experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 853 mm yearly. Despite minor fluctuations, Nijmegen enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In July, you can expect around 85 mm of precipitation, while in April, Nijmegen receives about 55 mm.

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

Sunshine over the year

Nijmegen can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 6.5 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.3 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The best time of year to visit Nijmegen in the Netherlands

During the months of June, July, August and September 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 Nijmegen?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 24°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Nijmegen?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 7°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Nijmegen?
    July tops the wettest month list with 85 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Nijmegen?
    April is the driest month with 55 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Nijmegen?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 196 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Nijmegen

    Thu   Nov 21
    3°C | -2°C
    SW 18 km/h
    0.9 mm
    broken clouds and small chance of slight rain

    broken clouds and small chance of slight rain

    Fri   Nov 22
    4°C | -2°C
    SW 25 km/h
    7.3 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    6°C | -1°C
    S 22 km/h
    4.6 mm
    overcast and rain

    overcast and rain