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Noord-Holland Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Noord-Holland, the Netherlands in August.

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

What to Expect in Noord-Holland in August

Noord-Holland, the Netherlands is a region in the Netherlands. August in Noord-Holland generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. During August, summer is in full swing.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between pleasant in De Koog at 20°C (68°F) to warm in Hilversum at 23°C (73°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C (57°F) in Hilversum and 17°C (63°F) in De Koog. On average, August is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Noord-Holland, the Netherlands.

For specific regional insights in Noord-Holland, the Netherlands, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Volendam with an average of 87 mm (3.4 in) to high rainfall in Wijk aan Zee with 106 mm (4.2 in). Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Amsterdam.

Average sunshine

August brings good sunshine to many areas. Amsterdam sees around 198 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore Noord-Holland by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Noord-Holland — and find the best time to visit. (based on Amsterdam)

January7°C (45°F) February8°C (46°F) March10°C (50°F) April14°C (57°F) May17°C (63°F) June20°C (68°F) This monthJuly22°C (72°F) August22°C (72°F) September19°C (66°F) October15°C (59°F) November11°C (52°F) December8°C (46°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Noord-Holland in August

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

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 Noord-Holland

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

Temperature range in Noord-Holland (August)

Precipitation variation in Noord-Holland (August)

Amsterdam

In August Amsterdam generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
218 hours
198 hours
134 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Amsterdam →

Zandvoort

In August Zandvoort 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 »
July
August
September
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Zandvoort →

De Koog

In August De Koog generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
241 hours
221 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in De Koog →

Haarlem

In August Haarlem generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°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 »
July
August
September
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
216 hours
199 hours
134 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
101 mm (4 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Haarlem →

Egmond aan Zee

In August Egmond aan Zee 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 »
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 rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Egmond aan Zee →

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

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Noord-Holland in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Amsterdam 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Zandvoort 21°C (70°F) 16°C (61°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
De Koog 20°C (68°F) 17°C (63°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Haarlem 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Egmond aan Zee 21°C (70°F) 16°C (61°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Hippolytushoef 21°C (70°F) 16°C (61°F) 101 mm (4 in)

Noord-Holland weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Noord-Holland, the Netherlands in August?

August in Noord-Holland, the Netherlands brings perfect weather. In Amsterdam, daytime temperatures are typically around 22°C (72°F) and nighttime lows hover near 15°C (59°F).

What is the average temperature in Noord-Holland, the Netherlands in August?

Daytime temperatures in Amsterdam peak at roughly 22°C (72°F) in August, dropping to about 15°C (59°F) overnight.

Does Noord-Holland, the Netherlands get a lot of rain in August?

Not particularly. Amsterdam averages just 97 mm (3.8 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for Noord-Holland, the Netherlands.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Noord-Holland, the Netherlands?

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to Noord-Holland, the Netherlands. Typically, the climate in Amsterdam is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Noord-Holland, the Netherlands is in June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Amsterdam. The weather in January, February, March and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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