Climate and monthly weather forecastHeerhugowaard, Netherlands
Climate and monthly weather forecast
The climate of Heerhugowaard
Heerhugowaard, Netherlands boasts a Cfb Köppen climate classification, denoting a marine west coast climate with warm summers. Its geographical position exposes it to a seasonal variation with modest temperature changes and persistent rainfall throughout the year.Tracking the recurring weather patterns, peak summer temperatures linger close to a comfortable 20.6°C (69.1°F), with an average annual high of 12.7°C (54.9°F). In stark contrast, winter months observe lows, plunging to 2.5°C (36.5°F) in February, and maintaining an average annual low of 8.4°C (47.1°F).
Concerning precipitation, the city embraces an egalitarian distribution throughout the year. The highest occurrence of rainfall is in August with 37mm (1.46") across approximately 16.7 days. This is closely trailed by July in terms of rainfall days at 16.4. Rainfall days decrease to their lowest in April, recording 9.1 days with 8mm (0.31") of rainfall.
Unique weather patterns emerge when assessing humidity. With a relatively constant pressure throughout the year, around 1015 mb, humidity levels sway between 76-84%. February and December record the highest humidity at 84%, while April has the lowest at 76%.
The best time to visit Heerhugowaard
Equipped with the knowledge of the city's temperate and predictable climate, it becomes apparent that the prime time to visit Heerhugowaard would be from June to August. These Summer months strike a balance between higher temperatures, ranging from 17.7°C (63.9°F) to 20.6°C (69.1°F), more daylight hours, between 14.7 hours and 16.8 hours, and more sunshine hours, between 9.5 hours and 10 hours.Coupled with the higher UV index of 5, visibilities stand steady at 10km (6.2mi) throughout the year, providing clear skies and good weather conditions ideal for exploring the Dutch city.
The worst time to visit Heerhugowaard
Caution is advised for travelers seeking to visit Heerhugowaard in the colder months from December to February. These months experience the lowest temperatures, averaging between 2.5°C (36.5°F) to 2.9°C (37.2°F), and fewer daylight hours, ranging from 7.7 hours to 8.3 hours.Alongside these conditions are shorter sunshine hours of 3.6 to 4.1 hours per day, less conducive to traveling and outdoor activities. In addition to this, snowfall is encountered in December and February with a depth of 6mm (0.24") spread over 2 to 3 days.
Spring weather in Heerhugowaard
Spring in this city sees temperatures gradually ascending from 2.9°C (37.2°F) to 1.2°C (34.2°F), with highs lingering close to 14.8°C (58.6°F) in May. This period is characterized by moderate rainfall with an average of 10 to 15mm (0.59") across 9.1 to 11.7 days.Sunlight hours increase from 8.3 in March to 15.8 in May, accompanied by sunshine hours escalating from 6.3 hours to 8.7 hours. Humidity and pressure display a subtle fluctuation , enhancing the agreeable weather condition.
Summer weather in Heerhugowaard
The illustration of Summer in Heerhugowaard is a hospitable state of affairs. Lower lows between 12.4°C (54.3°F) and 15.6°C (60.1°F), and warm highs from 17.7°C (63.9°F) to 20.6°C (69.1°F) are anticipated in this season. Surprisingly, rainfall accumulates up to 37mm (1.46") in August across an approximate 16.7 days.However, longer daylight hours from 14.7 to 16.8 hours and increased sunshine days from 8.7 to 10 hours mitigate the grey, damp conditions. The city shines under humidity levels of 77% to 80% with a subsiding wind speed of 15.6km/h (9.7mph) to 16.1km/h (10mph).
Autumn weather in Heerhugowaard
As Autumn prepares to take over, September anticipates a high of 17.7°C (63.9°F) and low of 13.4°C (56.1°F). These figures eventually taper down to a high of 9.8°C (49.6°F) and low of 6.9°C (44.4°F) in November. Rainfall volume trends downwards from 26mm (1.02") to 22mm (0.87") across an average of 14 days.On the brighter side, daylight hours reduce to 8.7 hours, with sunshine duration of 4.1 hours in November. Notably, the wind speed picks up to reach 20.2km/h (12.6mph) in September and 21.8km/h (13.5mph) in November, offering a breezy retreat.
Winter weather in Heerhugowaard
Passing into Winter, colder lows of 4.6°C (40.3°F) and 2.9°C (37.2°F) are registered with a maximum threshold of 6.9°C (44.4°F) and 5.7°C (42.3°F). In beating the chill, the region experiences stable rainfall from 22mm (0.87") to 25mm (0.98").The daylight hours shrink marginally to 7.7 hours while sunshine is observed for minimal 3.6 hours in December. Turning a collective eye to the wind gusts, visitors can anticipate speeds reaching up to 38.8km/h (24.1mph) in December, enhancing the wintry feel of Heerhugowaard.
Weather in January
In the start of the year, Heerhugowaard, Netherlands witnesses a typical winter climate. The city experiences low temperatures ranging from 2.9°C (37.2°F) to 5.5°C (41.9°F), chill wind blowing at an average speed of 23.5km/h (14.6mph), and a higher chance of snow, with an average snowfall of 6mm (0.24") across three days. Weather in January »Weather in February
As February rolls in, there is a noticeable slight elevation in both low and high temperatures and snowfall doubles reaching up to 12mm (0.47") over four days. While the days start getting a bit longer, sunshine hours don't see a significant change. Weather in February »Weather in March
Come March, the transition from winter to spring takes place. The temperatures rise considerably, reaching up to 8.4°C (47.1°F). A significant drop in snowfall with a mere 2mm (0.08") indicates the shrinking presence of winter. As the daylight hours increase to 11.9 hours, the city prepares to welcome milder weather conditions. Weather in March »Weather in April
With the arrival of April, Heerhugowaard gets even warmer with high temperatures averaging 12°C (53.6°F). The city sees no snow in April, rather a shift is noticed towards rainfall, albeit with a reduced quantity of 8mm (0.31"). Weather in April »Weather in May
May marks the official arrival of spring, with high temperatures soaring to 14.8°C (58.6°F). The refreshing breezes continue, contributing to the pleasant weather. People can revel in more sunshine, as sunny days increase to almost half of the month. Weather in May »Weather in June
June, the commencement of summer in Heerhugowaard, reveals yet another leap in temperature, peaking at 17.7°C (63.9°F). However, the weather takes a wetter turn and rainfall amounts surge to the highest of the year at 25mm (0.98"). Weather in June »Weather in July
In the peak of summer, July sees the maximum temperature leap further to 19.8°C (67.6°F). The city records the highest summer rainfall with 32mm (1.26") precipitation. Yet, there's ample sunshine with 16.3 hours of daylight and ten hours of sun, making the outdoors enjoyable. Weather in July »Weather in August
While August continues to be warm with the highest temperature going up to 20.6°C (69.1°F), it also witnesses the most rainfall at 37mm (1.46") spread across 16.7 days. Despite being the wettest month of the year, Heerhugowaard sustains higher daylight hours and sufficient sunshine providing a balance between warmth and rain. Weather in August »Weather in September
September in Heerhugowaard signals the start of autumn. The temperature drops to about 17.7°C (63.9°F) and rainfall measures decrease to 26mm (1.02"). Despite the conditions starting to cool, the weather remains pleasant with an ample amount of sunlight and manageable humidity levels. Weather in September »Weather in October
October signifies the full swing of autumn with a marked drop in temperatures falling to an average high of 14.5°C (58.1°F). Rainfall continues its diminishing trend, decreasing to 25mm (0.98"), but remains spread over almost half the month. Weather in October »Weather in November
As November arrives, Heerhugowaard experiences a further dip in temperature, lowering to an average of 9.8°C (49.6°F). Rainfall persists, but there's a distinctive downward shift in the number of daylight hours and sunshine duration. Weather in November »Weather in December
December ushers in the winter season in Heerhugowaard with temperatures dipping to lows of 4.6°C (40.3°F) and highs of 6.9°C (44.4°F). The city reencounters snowfall with an average accumulation of 6mm (0.24") in contrast to the steady precipitation of 25mm (0.98"). Weather in December »Updated: Jan 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions
Heerhugowaard's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 5.5°C (41.9°F) and a low of 2.9°C (37.2°F).
January and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are most humid months in Heerhugowaard.
In Heerhugowaard, Netherlands, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.4 days and collects up to 266mm (10.47") of precipitation.
January through March and December are months with snowfall in Heerhugowaard, Netherlands.
Throughout the year, in Heerhugowaard, there are 10.3 snowfall days, and 26mm (1.02") of snow is accumulated.
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Heerhugowaard.
February is the month with the most snowfall in Heerhugowaard, Netherlands. Snow falls for 4 days and accumulates 12mm (0.47") of snow.
The least humid month is April, with an average relative humidity of 76%.
The month with the least rainfall in Heerhugowaard is April, when the rain falls for 9.1 days and typically collects 8mm (0.31") of precipitation.
April through November are months without snowfall in Heerhugowaard.
June has the longest days of the year, with an average of 16h and 48min of daylight.
The months with the most sunshine in Heerhugowaard, Netherlands, are June and July, with an average of 10h of sunshine.
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Heerhugowaard, Netherlands.
August is the warmest month of the year in Heerhugowaard, Netherlands, registering average temperatures as high as 20.6°C (69.1°F) and as low as 15.6°C (60.1°F).
The month with the most rainfall in Heerhugowaard is August, when the rain falls for 16.7 days and typically aggregates up to 37mm (1.46") of precipitation.
On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Heerhugowaard, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. The next Daylight Saving Time starts on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 02:00, and the time zone reverts from CET to CEST.
The month with the shortest days in Heerhugowaard is December, with an average of 7h and 42min of daylight.
With an average of 3.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.
Average temperature
Heerhugowaard, Netherlands
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (20.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.5°C).
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.5°C).
Average pressure
Heerhugowaard, Netherlands
- Average pressure in January:
1014.2mbar - Average pressure in February:
1013.8mbar - Average pressure in March:
1015.4mbar - Average pressure in April:
1015.9mbar - Average pressure in May:
1016.5mbar - Average pressure in June:
1016mbar
- Average pressure in July:
1015mbar - Average pressure in August:
1014.7mbar - Average pressure in September:
1016.5mbar - Average pressure in October:
1015.3mbar - Average pressure in November:
1011mbar - Average pressure in December:
1013.8mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are May and September (1016.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011mbar).
Average wind speed
Heerhugowaard, Netherlands
- Average wind speed in January:
23.5km/h - Average wind speed in February:
23km/h - Average wind speed in March:
20.2km/h - Average wind speed in April:
16.8km/h - Average wind speed in May:
16.8km/h - Average wind speed in June:
16.1km/h
- Average wind speed in July:
15.6km/h - Average wind speed in August:
16km/h - Average wind speed in September:
17.1km/h - Average wind speed in October:
20.2km/h - Average wind speed in November:
21.8km/h - Average wind speed in December:
24.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (24.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (15.6km/h).
Average humidity
Heerhugowaard, Netherlands
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).
Average rainfall
Heerhugowaard, Netherlands
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (37mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (8mm).
Average rainfall days
Heerhugowaard, Netherlands
- Average rainfall days in January:
13.8 days - Average rainfall days in February:
10.6 days - Average rainfall days in March:
10.8 days - Average rainfall days in April:
9.1 days - Average rainfall days in May:
11.7 days - Average rainfall days in June:
12.4 days
- Average rainfall days in July:
16.4 days - Average rainfall days in August:
16.7 days - Average rainfall days in September:
13.7 days - Average rainfall days in October:
14.8 days - Average rainfall days in November:
15.3 days - Average rainfall days in December:
15.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (9.1 days).
Average snowfall
Heerhugowaard, Netherlands
The month with the highest snowfall is February (12mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).
Average snowfall days
Heerhugowaard, Netherlands
- Average snowfall days in January:
3 days - Average snowfall days in February:
4 days - Average snowfall days in March:
0.8 days - Average snowfall days in April:
0.1 days - Average snowfall days in May:
0 days - Average snowfall days in June:
0 days
- Average snowfall days in July:
0 days - Average snowfall days in August:
0 days - Average snowfall days in September:
0 days - Average snowfall days in October:
0 days - Average snowfall days in November:
0.4 days - Average snowfall days in December:
2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight / Average sunshine
Heerhugowaard, Netherlands
- Average daylight in January:
8h and 18min - Average daylight in February:
9h and 54min - Average daylight in March:
11h and 54min - Average daylight in April:
14h and 0min - Average daylight in May:
15h and 48min - Average daylight in June:
16h and 48min
- Average daylight in July:
16h and 18min - Average daylight in August:
14h and 42min - Average daylight in September:
12h and 42min - Average daylight in October:
10h and 36min - Average daylight in November:
8h and 42min - Average daylight in December:
7h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in January:
3h and 42min - Average sunshine in February:
4h and 6min - Average sunshine in March:
6h and 18min - Average sunshine in April:
8h and 42min - Average sunshine in May:
8h and 42min - Average sunshine in June:
10h and 0min
- Average sunshine in July:
10h and 0min - Average sunshine in August:
9h and 30min - Average sunshine in September:
7h and 12min - Average sunshine in October:
4h and 48min - Average sunshine in November:
4h and 6min - Average sunshine in December:
3h and 36min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days
Heerhugowaard, Netherlands
- Average sunshine days in January:
12.4 days - Average sunshine days in February:
12.7 days - Average sunshine days in March:
17.3 days - Average sunshine days in April:
18.4 days - Average sunshine days in May:
15.9 days - Average sunshine days in June:
14.1 days
- Average sunshine days in July:
11.4 days - Average sunshine days in August:
10.6 days - Average sunshine days in September:
12.3 days - Average sunshine days in October:
11.8 days - Average sunshine days in November:
10.2 days - Average sunshine days in December:
9.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (9.7 days).
Average UV index
Heerhugowaard, Netherlands
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
Heerhugowaard, Netherlands
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 39).
Average visibility
Heerhugowaard, Netherlands
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
