Climate of Drenthe, Netherlands
Area-weighted average across Drenthe. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Drenthe, a subdivision of Netherlands, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 2°C / 35.6°F in January to 16.6°C / 61.9°F in July, with rainfall from 48 mm / 1.9 in to 79 mm / 3.1 in depending on the season (807 mm / 31.8 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2°C35.6°F | 72 mm2.8″ | Snowy |
| February | 2.4°C36.3°F | 50 mm2″ | — |
| March | 5°C41°F | 65 mm2.6″ | — |
| April | 7.9°C46.2°F | 48 mm1.9″ | — |
| May | 12.3°C54.1°F | 57 mm2.2″ | — |
| June | 14.7°C58.5°F | 75 mm3″ | — |
| July | 16.6°C61.9°F | 77 mm3″ | — |
| August | 16.6°C61.9°F | 59 mm2.3″ | — |
| September | 13.7°C56.7°F | 73 mm2.9″ | — |
| October | 9.7°C49.5°F | 74 mm2.9″ | — |
| November | 5.7°C42.3°F | 78 mm3.1″ | — |
| December | 3.1°C37.6°F | 79 mm3.1″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Drenthe?
Drenthe, Netherlands does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 16.6°C / 61.9°F, and the driest is April at 48 mm / 1.9 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Drenthe?
Drenthe, Netherlands has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 2°C / 35.6°F in January to 16.6°C / 61.9°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 807 mm / 31.8 in, with the wettest month being December (79 mm / 3.1 in) and the driest April (48 mm / 1.9 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Drenthe?
The hottest month in Drenthe is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 16.6°C / 61.9°F.
What is the coldest month in Drenthe?
The coldest month in Drenthe is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 2°C / 35.6°F.
When does it rain most in Drenthe?
The wettest month in Drenthe is December, averaging about 79 mm / 3.1 in of rainfall. The driest is April with about 48 mm / 1.9 in.