Climate of Friesland, Netherlands
Area-weighted average across Friesland. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Friesland, a subdivision of Netherlands, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 2.5°C / 36.5°F in January to 16.7°C / 62.1°F in August, with rainfall from 43 mm / 1.7 in to 88 mm / 3.5 in depending on the season (805 mm / 31.7 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 | 2.5°C36.5°F | 70 mm2.8″ | — |
| February | 2.7°C36.9°F | 49 mm1.9″ | — |
| March | 5.1°C41.2°F | 61 mm2.4″ | — |
| April | 7.7°C45.9°F | 43 mm1.7″ | — |
| May | 11.7°C53.1°F | 53 mm2.1″ | — |
| June | 14.4°C57.9°F | 68 mm2.7″ | — |
| July | 16.5°C61.7°F | 71 mm2.8″ | — |
| August | 16.7°C62.1°F | 62 mm2.4″ | — |
| September | 14°C57.2°F | 81 mm3.2″ | — |
| October | 10.2°C50.4°F | 81 mm3.2″ | — |
| November | 6.3°C43.3°F | 88 mm3.5″ | — |
| December | 3.5°C38.3°F | 78 mm3.1″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Friesland?
Friesland, Netherlands does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is August at 16.7°C / 62.1°F, and the driest is April at 43 mm / 1.7 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Friesland?
Friesland, Netherlands has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 2.5°C / 36.5°F in January to 16.7°C / 62.1°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 805 mm / 31.7 in, with the wettest month being November (88 mm / 3.5 in) and the driest April (43 mm / 1.7 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Friesland?
The hottest month in Friesland is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 16.7°C / 62.1°F.
What is the coldest month in Friesland?
The coldest month in Friesland is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 2.5°C / 36.5°F.
When does it rain most in Friesland?
The wettest month in Friesland is November, averaging about 88 mm / 3.5 in of rainfall. The driest is April with about 43 mm / 1.7 in.