Drenthe Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Drenthe, the Netherlands in August.

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Westerbork IJhorst Dwingeloo Exloo

Planning a getaway to Drenthe, the Netherlands this August and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Drenthe in August

Drenthe, the Netherlands is a region in the Netherlands. August in Drenthe generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation. During August, summer is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 23°C (73°F) and nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) in Westerbork.

For specific regional insights in Drenthe, the Netherlands, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Coevorden with an average of 83 mm (3.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Zorgvlied with 92 mm (3.6 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Westerbork as an example - it receives around 188 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

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Best Places to Visit in Drenthe in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Drenthe.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Drenthe

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Drenthe, the Netherlands?

Temperature range in Drenthe (August)

Precipitation variation in Drenthe (August)

Westerbork

In August Westerbork generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
188 hours
127 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Westerbork →

IJhorst

In August IJhorst generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
188 hours
127 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in IJhorst →

Dwingeloo

In August Dwingeloo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
188 hours
127 hours
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Dwingeloo →

Exloo

In August Exloo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
188 hours
127 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Exloo →

Meppen

In August Meppen generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
188 hours
127 hours
Monthly rainfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Meppen →

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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Drenthe in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Westerbork 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
IJhorst 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Dwingeloo 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Exloo 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Meppen 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Norg 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)

Drenthe weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Drenthe, the Netherlands in August?

Drenthe, the Netherlands typically experiences perfect weather in August, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Westerbork average around 23°C (73°F), and temperatures drop to about 13°C (55°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Drenthe, the Netherlands in August?

In Westerbork, the average daytime high in August is 23°C (73°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 13°C (55°F).

Does Drenthe, the Netherlands get a lot of rain in August?

August is on the drier side in Drenthe, the Netherlands. Westerbork averages only about 87 mm (3.4 in), with most days staying dry.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Drenthe, the Netherlands?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Drenthe, the Netherlands with overall perfect weather in Westerbork. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Westerbork. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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