Westhem weather in August (Friesland, Netherlands)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Westhem during August? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

Typically, August in Westhem includes pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. August is typically considered a summer month. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 21°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 16°C. On average, it is the month with the highest temperature of the year.

Precipitation

Westhem in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 113 mm for the month. It's the month with the heaviest rainfall, so an umbrella is a must to navigate the wet weather. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 15 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

With around 207 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, July typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, March and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Westhem, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 16°C  

Max Temperature 21°C  

Chance of Rain 50%  

Precipitation 113 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 84% *  

Sunshine 207 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 46% *  

* Data from: Leeuwaren, 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 Westhem, 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.

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Westhem.

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