Weather in Giethoorn

The weather in Giethoorn is different every day. Just like all Dutch cities, Giethoorn has a maritime climate. Therefore, the weather in the Netherlands makes Giethoorn very suitable for a citytrip all year around. Although, the weather in Giethoorn changes with the seasons. It is wise to check the weather forecast before you visit Giethoorn.

Weather in the Netherlands

In the Netherlands, there is always enough moisture in the air for a shower. As a result, the weather can vary considerably locally. So if you plan to come to Giethoorn village, it is useful to take the following into account.

  • Check the weather forecast of Giethoorn
  • Put the right clothes in your suitcase
  • Have a plan if it suddenly starts raining
  • Always have a critical opinion about the weather
  • Check the weather forecast of Giethoorn again, just like the locals

The seasons in Giethoorn village

Winter in Giethoorn: soft and dry

Giethoorn winter
Giethoorn in winter

The winter in Giethoorn has an average temperature of 3 degrees. However, not as cold as the Southern Dutch provinces. That's because, Giethoorn is surrounded by water. Waters like the Dutch coastline on the North Sea and the Wadden sea. Added to that, all the rivers, canals, lakes and other waters around Giethoorn village. In fact, the influence of all this heated water during the summer ensures that we have soft winters. The often Easterly wind in the Dutch winters also ensures a low probability of precipitation in Giethoorn. So, that also makes Giethoorn worth visiting in winter. You will not see crowds in Giethoorn during the winter. It can sometimes snow in Giethoorn. The result: Giethoorn under a white coat.

Spring in Giethoorn: mostly dry

Weather in Giethoorn
Giethoorn in spring

Spring in Giethoorn has an average temperature of 8 degrees. With possible daytime temperatures of 15 to 20 degrees it can sometimes be wonderful to stay in Giethoorn. However, The mornings and nights in Giethoorn can sometimes feel quite fresh. Especially in the beginning of spring. Spring in Giethoorn is statistically the driest time of the year. In the weekends and during the Dutch holidays possible crowds in Giethoorn. Sunny days in Spring are perfect to rent a boat in Giethoorn.

Summer in Giethoorn: cool and wet

Weather in Giethoorn
Giethoorn in summer

Giethoorn in summer has an average temperature of 16 degrees. Daytime temperatures of 22 degrees are frequent. However, daytime temperatures of 30 to 35 degrees have become more common in recent years. At the end of such a hot day it can rain a lot. The summers in Giethoorn are the wettest period of the year after autumn. Little chance of avoiding the crowds in the summer. In fact, the warmer the bussier. Altough you can find tips to avoid crowds and the best time to visit Giethoorn here.

Autumn in Giethoorn: wet

Giethoorn weather
Giethoorn in autumn

Giethoorn in autumn has an average temperature of 6 degrees. Possible daytime Temperatures of 15 to 18 degrees are possible in autumn. As a result, wonderful late summer weather. Giethoorn in autumn is statistically the wettest period of the year. The likelihood of crowds in Giethoorn decreasing as autumn progresses. However, weekends in combination with good weather can be an exception.

Weather forecast Netherlands

Giethoorn weather station

Did you know that Giethoorn has its own weather station? Search for 'Google' on Giethoorn weer station and they will appear at the top. Most weathermen and women are sometimes wrong with their 14-day weather forecast for Giethoorn. Therefore, it remains difficult to plan far ahead with the weather. This weather station has a tool with which it predicts the temperature and the current wind direction in Giethoorn of the current day. The weather forecast of Steenwijk can also be found here. The weather forecast is displayed here accurately per hour and every 5 minutes this weather forecast is refreshed. So they also predict the current wind direction. Quite useful to know what you have wind against, while sailing the boat in Giethoorn. This weather station rarely disappoints us.

Current weather in Giethoorn

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