Leiden weather in August (Zuid-Holland, Netherlands)
What can you expect from the weather in Leiden during August? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.
In Leiden, August is characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. August falls within the summer season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 22°C. But by evening, they drop to around 15°C. On average, it is the month with the highest temperature of the year.
Leiden in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 93 mm for the month. With this being the wettest month, keeping an umbrella on hand might save you from getting wet from a sudden shower. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 14 days of rain are anticipated.
The city usually sees around 205 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.
If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a great time to visit. June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Leiden climate page with graphs.
Leiden, monthly averages in August
Min Temperature
15°C
Max Temperature
22°C
Chance of Rain
45%
Precipitation
93 mm
Rainy days
14 days
Humidity
79% *
Windspeed
18 km/h *
Sunshine
205 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
44% *
Where to go in the Netherlands in August
Find out more about the weather in the Netherlands in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
perfect weather
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tolerable
unpleasant
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So, what should you wear in Leiden in August?
For visitors traveling to Leiden, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.
Interested in more climate information?
Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Leiden.
Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to the Netherlands? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in the Netherlands. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
