Hindeloopen Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Hindeloopen, Friesland, Netherlands. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Hindeloopen has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1061 mm (42 in) of rain/snowfall per year.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))

The seasons in Hindeloopen, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, August, receives high rainfall, with an average of 116 mm (4.6 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 15 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, April, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 53 mm (2.1 in) over 14 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

August, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 21°C (70°F). The city receives 207 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 12°C (54°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Hindeloopen Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in the Netherlands: City Comparison

The map below shows the annual precipitation across the Netherlands. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Hindeloopen vs World: Rainfall Compared

Hindeloopen's average annual precipitation is 1061 mm (42 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Toronto, Canada, annual precipitation averages 964 mm (38 in), with snowy winters and rainy summers.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm (66 in) of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.

Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.

Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Hindeloopen:

• Changing Rainfall Patterns: Global warming causes drastic changes in the patterns of rainfall. Some areas have been experiencing increased frequency and intensity of rainfall, while other areas experience longer dry spells or even droughts.
• Local Impacts: Many regions are experiencing heavier rainfall in the winter months and drier, hotter summers. This affects agriculture, water resources, and ecosystems.

• The U.S. has a significant number of thunderstorms every year, with over 14.6 million taking place across the world annually.
• Approximately 70% of lightning bolts strike land rather than oceans.
• A storm named John was the longest-lasting Pacific tropical storm, continuing for 31 days. As it crossed the dateline twice, it changed status from a hurricane to a typhoon and back to a hurricane.

For more detailed information about Hindeloopen's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Hindeloopen Climate page.