August weather forecastZaanstad, Netherlands
August
Weather in August
August continues the summer narrative in Zaanstad, echoing similar temperature patterns to July, hovering roughly from 20.8°C (69.4°F) to 15.9°C (60.6°F). Warm days and balmy evenings take center stage, despite having shorter daylight compared to July. Expect variable clouds with sporadic yet moderate rainfall events. Nevertheless, August maintains the allure of summer and complements it with its unique characteristics.Temperature
The average temperatures in Zaanstad reach their apex in August, averaging 20.8°C (69.4°F) at the high end and 15.9°C (60.6°F) at the low end.Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity in Zaanstad is 76%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall in Zaanstad. Rain falls for 18 days and accumulates 67mm (2.64") of precipitation.Snowfall
In Zaanstad, Netherlands, snow does not fall in April through November.Daylight
In Zaanstad, the average length of the day in August is 14h and 38min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 21:32. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 20:30 CEST.
Sunshine
In Zaanstad, the average sunshine in August is 9.3h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Zaanstad are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Zaanstad, Netherlands
- Average high temperature in August: 20.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (20.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.6°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 15.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.7°C).
Average pressure in August
Zaanstad, Netherlands
- Average pressure in August: 1014.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.1mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Zaanstad, Netherlands
- Average wind speed in August: 15.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (24km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (15.2km/h).
Average humidity in August
Zaanstad, Netherlands
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).
Average rainfall in August
Zaanstad, Netherlands
- Average rainfall in August: 67mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (67mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (17mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Zaanstad, Netherlands
- Average rainfall days in August: 18 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Zaanstad, Netherlands
- Average snowfall in August: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (14mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).
Average snowfall days in August
Zaanstad, Netherlands
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.6 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
Zaanstad, 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 18min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Zaanstad, Netherlands
- Average sunshine days in August: 10.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (10.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Zaanstad, 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
Zaanstad, Netherlands
- Average cloud cover in August: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).
Average visibility in August
Zaanstad, Netherlands
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are November and December (9km).





