Purmerend weather in August (Noord-Holland, Netherlands)

What weather conditions can you expect in Purmerend this August? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

The weather in Purmerend is usually perfect in August, featuring high temperatures and moderate rainfall. August is known for being in the summer season. Expect temperatures to climb to 22°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 14°C. On average, it has the peak temperatures of the year.

Precipitation

Purmerend in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 89 mm for the month. Prepare for the wettest month with an umbrella to protect yourself from frequent rain. This month experiences about 14 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 198 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Purmerend climate page with graphs.

 

Purmerend, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 14°C  

Max Temperature 22°C  

Chance of Rain 47%  

Precipitation 89 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Sunshine 198 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 42% *  

Data from: Amsterdam, the Netherlands (26 KM, 16 Miles).

Where to go in the Netherlands in August

Find out more about the weather in the Netherlands and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Purmerend, 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.

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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