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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Wateren.
Wateren, Drenthe, Netherlands, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with July peaking at 23°C (73°F) and January dropping to 6°C (43°F).
Annual rain/snowfall is moderate at around 877 mm (35 in), with July being the wettest month. The city also has warm summers and cold winters. The sunniest month is May, with 6.7 hours of sunshine per day on average.
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Visitors to Wateren can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 23°C (73°F) in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 6°C (43°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 13°C (55°F) in July to 1°C (34°F) in January.
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Generally, Wateren experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 877 mm (35 in) yearly. Wateren experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 95 mm (3.7 in) in July, the wettest month, and 57 mm (2.2 in) in April, the driest month. For more details, please visit our Wateren Precipitation page.
Wateren can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 6.7 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.0 hours of sunlight per day.
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The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 91%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 75%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 3 m/s (6 knots) in May, June, July, August, September and October to 4 m/s (8 knots) in January, February, March, April, November and December. What does this mean?
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather in Wateren. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Wateren has warm summers and cold winters.
Daytime highs range from 6°C (43°F) in January to 23°C (73°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from 1°C (34°F) to 13°C (55°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
Annual rainfall is around 877 mm (35 in). July is the wettest month with 95 mm (3.7 in), while April is the driest with 57 mm (2.2 in).
Wateren receives around 1,418 hours of sunshine per year. May is the sunniest month with 201 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 31 hours.
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