August weather forecastAmsterdam, Netherlands
August
Weather in August
August offers pleasantly warm weather with maximum temperatures recorded at 21.6°C (70.9°F). Typically, the city basks in the highest sea temperature of 18.3°C (64.9°F), attracting beach-goers and water sports enthusiasts. Although rainfall is on a slightly increasing trend compared to July, the weather remains predominantly fine. The summer vibes in Amsterdam are unmistakable, and festivities are abundant in this lively city.Temperature
Amsterdam's warmest weather arrives in August, when temperatures average a high of 21.6°C (70.9°F) and a low of 15°C (59°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in August in Amsterdam is 76%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 18.8 days and typically aggregates up to 55mm (2.17") of precipitation.Snowfall
In Amsterdam, snow does not fall in April through October.Sea temperature
The month with the warmest seawater is August, with an average sea temperature of 18.3°C (64.9°F).Note: The majority find it unenjoyable to swim in 18.3°C (64.9°F). Breathing becomes tougher as the water temperature descends under 21°C (69.8°F).
Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 14h and 38min.On the first day of August in Amsterdam, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 21:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 20:30 CEST.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 9.2h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Average high temperature in August: 21.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.3°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 15°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2°C).
Average pressure in August
Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Average pressure in August: 1015mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.2mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Average wind speed in August: 13.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (20.4km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (13.2km/h).
Average humidity in August
Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).
Average rainfall in August
Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Average rainfall in August: 55mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (55mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (18mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Average rainfall days in August: 18.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (12.2 days).
Average snowfall in August
Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Average snowfall in August: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (22mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in August
Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in August
Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Average sea temperature in August: 18.3°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (18.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January and February (6.4°C).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Average daylight in August: 14h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 12min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Average sunshine days in August: 10 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (8 days).
Average UV index in August
Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Average UV index in August: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Average cloud cover in August: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in August
Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are April, June and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, July, September, October, November and December (9km).
