August weather forecast
West-Terschelling, Netherlands

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Weather in August

August brings the warmest sea temperatures, turning West-Terschelling into a haven for water-loving tourists. Abundant sunshine and long daylight hours offer ample opportunity for recreational activities. Although overall temperatures don’t vary much from July, rainfall records its highest at 78mm (3.07"). The high pressure system dominates this month, ensuring sporadic rains don’t last long. Hence, August guarantees unforgettable beach experiences and coastal exploration in West-Terschelling.

Temperature

August, with its high-temperature average of 18.8°C (65.8°F) and a low-temperature average of 16.2°C (61.2°F), is the warmest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in West-Terschelling is 78%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall in West-Terschelling. Rain falls for 20.9 days and accumulates 78mm (3.07") of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through November are months without snowfall in West-Terschelling.

Sea temperature

August and September, with an average sea temperature of 17.7°C (63.9°F), are months with the warmest seawater.
Note: Most people do not take pleasure in swimming in water at 17.7°C (63.9°F). The difficulty of managing breathing increases as the water temperature dips from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In West-Terschelling, the average length of the day in August is 14h and 44min.
On the first day of August in West-Terschelling, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 21:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 20:30 CEST.

Sunshine

In West-Terschelling, the average sunshine in August is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In August, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest in West-Terschelling?

August brings the highest temperatures in West-Terschelling, with an average high of 18.8°C (65.8°F) and an average low of 16.2°C (61.2°F).

What is the usual temperature for West-Terschelling in August?

In August, in West-Terschelling, the average high-temperature is 18.8°C (65.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 16.2°C (61.2°F).

What is the average humidity in August in West-Terschelling?

In West-Terschelling, Netherlands, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.

What is the wettest month in West-Terschelling?

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 20.9 days and typically aggregates up to 78mm (3.07") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August in West-Terschelling?

In West-Terschelling, Netherlands, during August, the rain falls for 20.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 78mm (3.07") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in West-Terschelling?

In West-Terschelling, Netherlands, snow does not fall in May through November.

What months are the sea warmest in West-Terschelling?

The months with the warmest seawater are August and September, with an average sea temperature of 17.7°C (63.9°F).

What is the sea temperature in August in West-Terschelling?

In West-Terschelling, Netherlands, the average seawater temperature in August is 17.7°C (63.9°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 17.7°C (63.9°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

How many hours of daylight does West-Terschelling have in August?

The average day length in August is 14h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in West-Terschelling?

On the first day of August in West-Terschelling, Netherlands, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 21:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 20:30 CEST.

How many hours of sunshine does West-Terschelling have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 9.3h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in West-Terschelling?

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in West-Terschelling.

How high is the UV index in August in West-Terschelling?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in West-Terschelling is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
West-Terschelling, Netherlands

Average temperature in August - West-Terschelling, Netherlands
  • Average high temperature in August: 18.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (18.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (5.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 16.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (16.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.3°C).

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Average pressure in August
West-Terschelling, Netherlands

Average pressure in August - West-Terschelling, Netherlands
  • Average pressure in August: 1014.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
West-Terschelling, Netherlands

Average wind speed in August - West-Terschelling, Netherlands
  • Average wind speed in August: 23.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (34.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (21.8km/h).

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Average humidity in August
West-Terschelling, Netherlands

Average humidity in August - West-Terschelling, Netherlands
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March, June and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (77%).

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Average rainfall in August
West-Terschelling, Netherlands

Average rainfall in August - West-Terschelling, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall in August: 78mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (78mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (21mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
West-Terschelling, Netherlands

Average rainfall days in August - West-Terschelling, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall days in August: 20.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (12.8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
West-Terschelling, Netherlands

Average snowfall in August - West-Terschelling, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (21mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in August
West-Terschelling, Netherlands

Average snowfall days in August - West-Terschelling, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
West-Terschelling, Netherlands

Average sea temperature in August - West-Terschelling, Netherlands
  • Average sea temperature in August: 17.7°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (17.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (5.8°C).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
West-Terschelling, Netherlands

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - West-Terschelling, Netherlands
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in August
West-Terschelling, Netherlands

Average sunshine days in August - West-Terschelling, Netherlands
  • Average sunshine days in August: 7.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (6 days).

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Average UV index in August
West-Terschelling, Netherlands

Average UV index in August - West-Terschelling, Netherlands
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
West-Terschelling, Netherlands

Average cloud cover in August - West-Terschelling, 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 April (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in August
West-Terschelling, Netherlands

Average visibility in August - West-Terschelling, Netherlands
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (9km).

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