ClimateForecastDecemberJanuary >>

Schagen Climate by Month

The climate in Schagen is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year. Temperatures range from pleasant during the warmest months to cold in the cooler months. It receives mid-range precipitation levels. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

In Schagen, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 21°C in August, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 7°C during cooler months like February. At night, temperatures typically average around 3°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

On average, Schagen receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 901 mm. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, October receives moderate rainfall, averaging 99 mm of precipitation, recorded across 18 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, April brings less rainfall, with 45 mm over 14 rainy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Schagen. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.5 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.3 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: De Kooy, the Netherlands (14 KM, 8 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: De Kooy, the Netherlands (14 KM, 8 Miles).

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year in Schagen ranges from 5°C in January to 17°C in August.

Water temperature over the year

Data from: De Kooy, the Netherlands (14 KM, 8 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Schagen 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 Schagen?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 21°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Schagen?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 7°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Schagen?
    October tops the wettest month list with 99 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Schagen?
    April is the driest month with 45 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Schagen?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 224 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.

    Forecast for Schagen

    Tue   Dec 03
    8°C | 5°C
    NW 18 km/h
    0.7 mm
    broken clouds and small chance of slight rain

    broken clouds and small chance of slight rain

    Wed   Dec 04
    7°C | 3°C
    S 11 km/h
    0.3 mm
    overcast and  chance of slight rain

    overcast and chance of slight rain

    Thu   Dec 05
    10°C | 4°C
    SW 32 km/h
    23 mm
    overcast and heavy rain

    overcast and heavy rain