Friesland

Friesland Weather in August

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

Thinking about venturing to Friesland, the Netherlands this August and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Friesland in August

Friesland, the Netherlands is a region in the Netherlands. August in Friesland generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. The month of August is in the summer season.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from pleasant in Oost-Vlieland at 20°C (68°F) to warm in Appelscha at 23°C (73°F). At night it cools down to 13°C (55°F) in Appelscha and 17°C (63°F) in Oost-Vlieland. On average, August is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Friesland, the Netherlands.

For a closer look at conditions across Friesland, the Netherlands, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Twijzelerheide with an average of 87 mm (3.4 in) to high rainfall in Workum with 117 mm (4.6 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in August. Hollum typically receives 207 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Friesland in August

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

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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 Friesland

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

Temperature range in Friesland (August)

Precipitation variation in Friesland (August)

Hollum

In August Hollum generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
228 hours
207 hours
154 hours
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Tzummarum

In August Tzummarum generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
228 hours
207 hours
154 hours
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Nes

In August Nes generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
228 hours
207 hours
154 hours
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Sneek

In August Sneek generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
228 hours
207 hours
154 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Harlingen

In August Harlingen generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
228 hours
207 hours
154 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hollum 20°C (68°F) 16°C (61°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Tzummarum 21°C (70°F) 16°C (61°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
Nes 21°C (70°F) 16°C (61°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Sneek 21°C (70°F) 15°C (59°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Harlingen 21°C (70°F) 17°C (63°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
Workum 21°C (70°F) 16°C (61°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)

Friesland weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

August in Friesland, the Netherlands brings pleasant weather. In Hollum, daytime temperatures are typically around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime lows hover near 16°C (61°F).

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

Average temperatures in Friesland, the Netherlands during August range from a nighttime low near 16°C (61°F) to a daytime high around 20°C (68°F) in Hollum.

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

Friesland, the Netherlands sees substantial rainfall in August. Hollum typically averages about 104 mm (4.1 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

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

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Hollum, August might be a good time to visit Friesland, the Netherlands.

Generally speaking, July provides perfect weather in Hollum. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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