August weather forecastMaastricht, Netherlands
August
Weather in August
Through August, The Netherlands experiences temperatures similar to July, although there might be a slight increase in humidity. Remarkably, despite the high temperatures, the number of sunshine hours begins to dip. August sees the highest minimum temperature of 13.9°C (57°F), demarcating the peak of the summer season. As daylight hours slowly recede, the city shifts its ambiance from lively summer days to cozy evenings. Thus, August wraps up the summer season with a beautiful blend of warmth, extended daylight and vibrant outdoor activities.Temperature
The warmest month in Maastricht is August, with an average high-temperature of 22.9°C (73.2°F) and an average low-temperature of 13.9°C (57°F).Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 75%.Rainfall
In Maastricht, during August, the rain falls for 15.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 43mm (1.69") of precipitation. In Maastricht, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173 days and collects up to 456mm (17.95") of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall in Maastricht.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 14h and 29min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 21:22. On the last day of August, in Maastricht, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 20:24 CEST.
Sunshine
The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 9.3h of sunshine.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 health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Maastricht, Netherlands
- Average high temperature in August: 22.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (22.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.7°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 13.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.7°C).
Average pressure in August
Maastricht, Netherlands
- Average pressure in August: 1015.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.9mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Maastricht, Netherlands
- Average wind speed in August: 10.9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.9km/h).
Average humidity in August
Maastricht, Netherlands
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Maastricht, Netherlands
- Average rainfall in August: 43mm
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and December (49mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (21mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Maastricht, Netherlands
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (11.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Maastricht, Netherlands
- Average snowfall in August: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (46mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in August
Maastricht, Netherlands
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Maastricht, Netherlands
- Average daylight in August: 14h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Maastricht, Netherlands
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Maastricht, 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
Maastricht, Netherlands
- Average cloud cover in August: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).
Average visibility in August
Maastricht, Netherlands
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
