August weather forecast
West-Terschelling, Netherlands

August

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

West-Terschelling records the warmest temperatures in August, averaging a high of 18.8°C (65.8°F) and a low of 16.2°C (61.2°F).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

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.

Snowfall

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

Sea temperature

August and September, with an average sea temperature of 17.7°C (63.9°F), are months with the warmest seawater.
Note: The majority of people find swimming in 17.7°C (63.9°F) unenjoyable. As the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), breathing becomes more challenging to control.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 14h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 21:34. On the last day of August, 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

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the hottest in West-Terschelling?
The highest temperatures in West-Terschelling are recorded in August, with averages reaching a high of 18.8°C (65.8°F) and a low of 16.2°C (61.2°F).
What is the temperature in August?
The high-temperature, in August, in West-Terschelling, records 18.8°C (65.8°F), while the low-temperature is 16.2°C (61.2°F).
What is the average humidity in August?
In West-Terschelling, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.
What is the wettest month?
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.9 days and accumulates 78mm (3.07") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in August?
In West-Terschelling, in August, during 20.9 rainfall days, 78mm (3.07") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When it does not snow?
May through November are months without snowfall.
What are the months with the warmest sea water?
The months with the warmest seawater are August and September, with an average sea temperature of 17.7°C (63.9°F).
How cold is the water in August?
In West-Terschelling, the average seawater temperature in August is 17.7°C (63.9°F). For most, swimming in 17.7°C (63.9°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
What is the average length of the day in August?
In August, the average day length is 14h and 44min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August in West-Terschelling?
On the first day of August, 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 long on average sun shines in August?
In August, the average sunshine duration in West-Terschelling is 9.3h.
What are the months with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
What is the UV index reading in August?
In West-Terschelling, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe 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).

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).

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).

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%).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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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