Climate of North Holland, Netherlands
Area-weighted average across North Holland. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
North Holland, a subdivision of Netherlands, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 3°C / 37.4°F in January to 16.9°C / 62.4°F in August, with rainfall from 43 mm / 1.7 in to 94 mm / 3.7 in depending on the season (813 mm / 32 in total across the year). See the 2 cities 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 | 3°C37.4°F | 68 mm2.7″ | — |
| February | 3°C37.4°F | 48 mm1.9″ | — |
| March | 5.3°C41.5°F | 61 mm2.4″ | — |
| April | 7.8°C46°F | 43 mm1.7″ | — |
| May | 11.9°C53.4°F | 50 mm2″ | — |
| June | 14.5°C58.1°F | 63 mm2.5″ | — |
| July | 16.6°C61.9°F | 66 mm2.6″ | — |
| August | 16.9°C62.4°F | 62 mm2.4″ | — |
| September | 14.4°C57.9°F | 87 mm3.4″ | — |
| October | 10.7°C51.3°F | 91 mm3.6″ | — |
| November | 6.9°C44.4°F | 94 mm3.7″ | — |
| December | 4.3°C39.7°F | 80 mm3.1″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit North Holland?
North Holland, Netherlands does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is August at 16.9°C / 62.4°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 North Holland?
North Holland, Netherlands has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 3°C / 37.4°F in January to 16.9°C / 62.4°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 813 mm / 32 in, with the wettest month being November (94 mm / 3.7 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 North Holland?
The hottest month in North Holland is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 16.9°C / 62.4°F.
What is the coldest month in North Holland?
The coldest month in North Holland is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 3°C / 37.4°F.
When does it rain most in North Holland?
The wettest month in North Holland is November, averaging about 94 mm / 3.7 in of rainfall. The driest is April with about 43 mm / 1.7 in.