Friesland

Friesland Weather in October

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

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Hollum Tzummarum Nes Sneek

Considering a trip to Friesland, the Netherlands this October and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Friesland in October

Friesland, the Netherlands is a region in the Netherlands. October in Friesland generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 15°C (59°F) and nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) in Hollum.

To explore the conditions in Friesland, the Netherlands in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Surhuizum with an average of 71 mm (2.8 in) to high rainfall in Midsland with 115 mm (4.5 in). It experiences its highest rainfall in this month of the year. Come prepared by bringing an umbrella.

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Hollum gets approximately 117 hours of sunlight in October, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Friesland in October

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

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 Friesland

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

Temperature range in Friesland (October)

Precipitation variation in Friesland (October)

Hollum

In October Hollum generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
154 hours
117 hours
68 hours
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
20 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Hollum →

Tzummarum

In October Tzummarum generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
154 hours
117 hours
68 hours
Monthly rainfall
101 mm (4 in)
101 mm (4 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
20 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Tzummarum →

Nes

In October Nes generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
154 hours
117 hours
68 hours
Monthly rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
20 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Nes →

Sneek

In October Sneek generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
154 hours
117 hours
68 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
20 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Sneek →

Harlingen

In October Harlingen generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
154 hours
117 hours
68 hours
Monthly rainfall
107 mm (4.2 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
20 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Harlingen →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Friesland, in the Netherlands.

Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hollum 15°C (59°F) 11°C (52°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Tzummarum 15°C (59°F) 10°C (50°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Nes 15°C (59°F) 11°C (52°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
Sneek 15°C (59°F) 9°C (48°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Harlingen 15°C (59°F) 11°C (52°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Workum 15°C (59°F) 11°C (52°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)

Friesland weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

October in Friesland, the Netherlands brings unpleasant weather. In Hollum, daytime temperatures are typically around 15°C (59°F) and nighttime lows hover near 11°C (52°F).

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

Hollum averages a daytime maximum of 15°C (59°F) in October, with overnight lows close to 11°C (52°F).

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

Yes, October tends to be a wetter month in Friesland, the Netherlands. Average rainfall in Hollum sits around 108 mm (4.3 in).

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

In our view, October might not be the best time to travel to Friesland, the Netherlands with often unpleasant weather in Hollum.

Generally speaking, July provides perfect weather in Hollum. The weather in January, February, March and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Friesland.

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