Vaals Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Vaals.
Climate overview of Vaals
Vaals, Limburg, Netherlands, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with July peaking at 24°C (75°F) and January dropping to 6°C (43°F).
With around 936 mm (37 in) of annual rain/snowfall, the city has moderate precipitation levels. December is the wettest month and April the driest. Sunshine peaks in July, when the city sees around 7.0 hours of sunshine per day.
Vaals Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Vaals — and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Vaals
Visitors to Vaals can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 24°C (75°F) in July to a chilly 6°C (43°F) in the coolest month, January.
Nights vary from 14°C (57°F) in July to around 1°C (34°F) during the colder months.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Vaals
Generally, Vaals experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 936 mm (37 in) yearly. Precipitation levels in Vaals remain relatively steady throughout the year. December has the most rain, with 91 mm (3.6 in) over 19 days. In the driest month April, this drops slightly to 62 mm (2.4 in), making the city's climate fairly predictable. For more details, please visit our Vaals 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 Vaals
For those who appreciate different seasons, Vaals serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 7.0 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.8 hours of daily sunlight.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in Vaals by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Vaals.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 88%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 71%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Vaals
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 4 m/s (8 knots) to 5 m/s (10 knots). It is lower in April, May, June, July, August, September and October and higher in January, February, March, November and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Best Time to Visit Vaals
The weather does bring rainfall during this period, between 72 mm (2.8 in) and 89 mm (3.5 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.
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Vaals
What is the best time to visit Vaals?
June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather in Vaals. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
What temperatures can I expect in Vaals?
Daytime highs range from 6°C (43°F) in January to 24°C (75°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from 1°C (34°F) to 14°C (57°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Vaals get?
Annual rainfall is around 936 mm (37 in). December is the wettest month with 91 mm (3.6 in), while April is the driest with 62 mm (2.4 in).
How sunny is Vaals?
Vaals receives around 1,702 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 211 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 55 hours.
Vaals 3-Day Forecast
Vaals 3-Day Forecast
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