August weather forecast
Amsterdam, Netherlands

Bicycles parked on a bridge on river Amstel in Amsterdam, Netherlands
Bicycles parked on a bridge on river Amstel in Amsterdam, Netherlands

August

Weather in August

August offers pleasantly warm weather with maximum temperatures recorded at 21.6°C (70.9°F). Typically, the city basks in the highest sea temperature of 18.3°C (64.9°F), attracting beach-goers and water sports enthusiasts. Although rainfall is on a slightly increasing trend compared to July, the weather remains predominantly fine. The summer vibes in Amsterdam are unmistakable, and festivities are abundant in this lively city.

Temperature

Amsterdam's warmest weather arrives in August, when temperatures average a high of 21.6°C (70.9°F) and a low of 15°C (59°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Amsterdam is 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 18.8 days and typically aggregates up to 55mm (2.17") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Amsterdam, snow does not fall in April through October.

Sea temperature

The month with the warmest seawater is August, with an average sea temperature of 18.3°C (64.9°F).
Note: The majority find it unenjoyable to swim in 18.3°C (64.9°F). Breathing becomes tougher as the water temperature descends under 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 14h and 38min.
On the first day of August in Amsterdam, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 21:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 20:30 CEST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the warmest month in Amsterdam?
August, characterized by an average high temperature of 21.6°C (70.9°F) and a low temperature of 15°C (59°F), is generally the warmest month in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
What is the average August temperature in Amsterdam?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature during August are 21.6°C (70.9°F) and 15°C (59°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in August in Amsterdam?
In August, the average relative humidity is 76%.
What is the wettest month in Amsterdam?
The month with the most rainfall in Amsterdam is August, when the rain falls for 18.8 days and typically aggregates up to 55mm (2.17") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in August in Amsterdam?
In August, the rain falls for 18.8 days. Throughout August, 55mm (2.17") of precipitation is accumulated.
When it does not snow in Amsterdam?
April through October are months without snowfall in Amsterdam.
What month is the sea warmest in Amsterdam?
With an average sea temperature of 18.3°C (64.9°F), August is the month with the warmest seawater in Amsterdam.
What is the sea temperature in August in Amsterdam?
In Amsterdam, 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).
How many hours of daylight does Amsterdam have in August?
The average day length in August in Amsterdam is 14h and 38min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Amsterdam?
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 21:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 20:30 CEST.
How many hours of sunshine does Amsterdam have in August?
In August, the average sunshine duration in Amsterdam, Netherlands, is 9.2h.
What are the months with the highest UV index in Amsterdam?
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
What is the UV index reading in August in Amsterdam?
In Amsterdam, Netherlands, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August - Amsterdam, Netherlands
Average temperature in August
Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • Average high temperature in August: 21.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 15°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2°C).

Average pressure in August - Amsterdam, Netherlands
Average pressure in August
Amsterdam, 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 - Amsterdam, Netherlands
Average wind speed in August
Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • Average wind speed in August: 13.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (20.4km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (13.2km/h).

Average humidity in August - Amsterdam, Netherlands
Average humidity in August
Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in August - Amsterdam, Netherlands
Average rainfall in August
Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall in August: 55mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (55mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (18mm).

Average rainfall days in August - Amsterdam, Netherlands
Average rainfall days in August
Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall days in August: 18.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (12.2 days).

Average snowfall in August - Amsterdam, Netherlands
Average snowfall in August
Amsterdam, 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 - Amsterdam, Netherlands
Average snowfall days in August
Amsterdam, 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 sea temperature in August - Amsterdam, Netherlands
Average sea temperature in August
Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • Average sea temperature in August: 18.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (18.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January and February (6.4°C).

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Amsterdam, Netherlands
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Amsterdam, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August - Amsterdam, Netherlands
Average sunshine days in August
Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • Average sunshine days in August: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (8 days).

Average UV index in August - Amsterdam, Netherlands
Average UV index in August
Amsterdam, 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 - Amsterdam, Netherlands
Average cloud cover in August
Amsterdam, 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 August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in August - Amsterdam, Netherlands
Average visibility in August
Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

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

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