Temperature in The Netherlands in August

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across the Netherlands this August.

The Netherlands, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in August ranging from 20°C (68°F) in De Koog to 24°C (75°F) in Roggel. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C (57°F) in Roggel and 17°C (63°F) in De Koog. In August, it is summer. On average, August is the month with the highest temperature of the year in the Netherlands.

What is the temperature of the different cities in the Netherlands in August?

Explore the map below to discover average August temperatures at the top destinations in the Netherlands. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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Best Places to Visit in the Netherlands in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in August: blue is cold, red is hot.

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The Netherlands temperatures in August: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in the Netherlands in August?

Expect daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) in Amsterdam. That makes August a high month for the Netherlands.

How cold does it get at night in the Netherlands in August?

Nighttime temperatures in Amsterdam typically drop to around 15°C (59°F) in August.

What is the warmest city in August in the Netherlands?

According to our recent database analysis, Roggel is the warmest city. It experiences an average maximum daytime temperature of approximately 24°C (75°F) and rarely drops below 14°C (57°F) during the night.

What is the coldest city in August in the Netherlands?

For the month of August, De Koog is the most temperate city in the Netherlands based on our records. Highs average 20°C (68°F) and nighttime temperatures dip to around 17°C (63°F).

How much sun does the Netherlands get in August?

Across the Netherlands, sunshine in August ranges from moderately sunny in Deelen (176 hours) to sunny in Den Helder (221 hours).

What is the water temperature in August?

Across the Netherlands, sea temperatures in August range from cool at 17°C (63°F) in De Kooy to good at 20°C (68°F) in Vlissingen — so swimming conditions depend on which coast you pick.

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