August weather forecastVolendam, Netherlands

August

Weather in August

Reaching the pinnacle of summer, August continues to maintain the high temperatures in Volendam. The climate remains warm and occasionally sultry due to increased rainfall. Yet, with 14.6 daylight hours on average, the city revels in prolonged sunny intervals. The sea temperature peaks at this time, making water-based activities highly engaging. The culmination of summer brings out the quintessential coastal charm of Volendam.

Temperature

Volendam records the warmest temperatures in August, averaging a high of 20.6°C (69.1°F) and a low of 15.6°C (60.1°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 16.7 days and typically aggregates up to 37mm (1.46") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Volendam, snow does not fall in April through November.

Sea temperature

August and September, with an average sea temperature of 18.3°C (64.9°F), are months with the warmest seawater.
Note: Most people find it challenging to enjoy swimming in water that is 18.3°C (64.9°F). As water temperature falls below 21°C (69.8°F), controlling breathing grows increasingly difficult.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 14h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 21:31. On the last day of August, in Volendam, Netherlands, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 20:29 CEST.

Sunshine

In Volendam, the average sunshine in August is 9.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

Volendam, Netherlands, experiences its average highest temperatures in August, reaching a peak of 20.6°C (69.1°F) and a minimum of 15.6°C (60.1°F).

An average high-temperature, in August, in Volendam, is 20.6°C (69.1°F) and the average low-temperature is 15.6°C (60.1°F).

In Volendam, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 16.7 days and typically aggregates up to 37mm (1.46") of precipitation.

In Volendam, Netherlands, in August, it is raining for 16.7 days, with typically 37mm (1.46") of accumulated precipitation.

In Volendam, Netherlands, snow does not fall in April through November.

August and September, with an average sea temperature of 18.3°C (64.9°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Volendam.

In Volendam, Netherlands, in August, the average water temperature is 18.3°C (64.9°F). Swimming in 18.3°C (64.9°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

In August, the average day length is 14h and 39min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 21:31. On the last day of the month, in Volendam, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 20:29 CEST.

The average sunshine duration in August in Volendam is 9.5h.

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Volendam is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Volendam, Netherlands

  • Average high temperature in August: 20.6°C

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).

  • Average low temperature in August: 15.6°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 in August
Volendam, Netherlands

  • Average pressure in August: 1014.7mbar

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 in August
Volendam, Netherlands

  • Average wind speed in August: 16km/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 in August
Volendam, Netherlands

  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in August
Volendam, Netherlands

  • Average rainfall in August: 37mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (37mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (8mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Volendam, Netherlands

  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.7 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 in August
Volendam, Netherlands

  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

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 in August
Volendam, Netherlands

  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 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 sea temperature in August
Volendam, Netherlands

  • Average sea temperature in August: 18.3°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (18.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (6.6°C).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Volendam, 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 30min

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 in August
Volendam, Netherlands

  • Average sunshine days in August: 10.6 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 in August
Volendam, 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
Volendam, Netherlands

  • Average cloud cover in August: 39

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 in August
Volendam, Netherlands

  • Average visibility in August: 10km

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).