August weather forecast
Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands

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Weather in August

Despite August being the warmest month with temperatures swinging from 16.3°C (61.3°F) to 21°C (69.8°F), it records the highest rainfall of 53mm (2.09") over 19.1 days. The weather patterns seen in July continue into August, maintaining it as a full-blown summer month. Thunderstorms, often accompanied by gusty winds and dramatic cloud formations, become a common occurrence. Alphen aan den Rijn's weather strikes a balance between the sun-soaked mornings and the rainy afternoons.

Temperature

The month of August sees the highest average temperatures, reaching 21°C (69.8°F) at the peak and 16.3°C (61.3°F) at the low.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Alphen aan den Rijn are April and August, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall in Alphen aan den Rijn. Rain falls for 19.1 days and accumulates 53mm (2.09") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Alphen aan den Rijn, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Alphen aan den Rijn is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 21:31. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 20:30 CEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Alphen aan den Rijn are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest in Alphen aan den Rijn?

The warmest temperatures occur during August, when averages reach a peak of 21°C (69.8°F) and a low of 16.3°C (61.3°F).

What is the usual temperature for Alphen aan den Rijn in August?

In Alphen aan den Rijn, in August, the average high-temperature is 21°C (69.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 16.3°C (61.3°F).

What are the least humid months in Alphen aan den Rijn?

April and August, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months in Alphen aan den Rijn.

What is the average humidity in August in Alphen aan den Rijn?

The average relative humidity in August is 75%.

What is the rainiest month in Alphen aan den Rijn?

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 19.1 days and typically aggregates up to 53mm (2.09") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Alphen aan den Rijn in August?

In Alphen aan den Rijn, in August, during 19.1 rainfall days, 53mm (2.09") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Alphen aan den Rijn?

April through October are months without snowfall in Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands.

What is the average length of the day in August in Alphen aan den Rijn?

In August, the average day length in Alphen aan den Rijn is 14h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Alphen aan den Rijn?

On the first day of August in Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 21:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 20:30 CEST.

How long on average sun shines in August in Alphen aan den Rijn?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.5h.

When is the highest UV index in Alphen aan den Rijn?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Alphen aan den Rijn?

In Alphen aan den Rijn, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands

Average temperature in August - Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands
  • Average high temperature in August: 21°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 16.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.8°C).

Average pressure in August
Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands

Average pressure in August - Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands
  • Average pressure in August: 1015mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.2mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands

Average wind speed in August - Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands
  • Average wind speed in August: 16.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (24.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (16.1km/h).

Average humidity in August
Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands

Average humidity in August - Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (75%).

Average rainfall in August
Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands

Average rainfall in August - Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall in August: 53mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (53mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (14mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands

Average rainfall days in August - Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall days in August: 19.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (11.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands

Average snowfall in August - Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (22mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August
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Average snowfall days in August - Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 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
Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 4min

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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands

Average sunshine days in August - Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands
  • Average sunshine days in August: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (8.1 days).

Average UV index in August
Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands

Average UV index in August - Alphen aan den Rijn, 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
Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands

Average cloud cover in August - Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands
  • Average cloud cover in August: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in August
Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands

Average visibility in August - Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

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

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