August 2025 Weather Report for Gelderland, Netherlands
August 2025 brought a notably drier than average month to Gelderland, with temperatures remaining close to seasonal norms despite significant fluctuations throughout the period. The province experienced a mixed weather pattern characterized by below-average precipitation but slightly above-average sunshine hours.
Temperature Overview
The average temperature for August in Gelderland reached 18.2 degrees Celsius, falling marginally below the normal value of 18.5 degrees, representing an anomaly of -0.3 degrees. The warmest day occurred on August 13 in Lochem, where temperatures climbed to 32.3 degrees Celsius. In stark contrast, the coldest reading was recorded in Ede on August 24, dropping to just 6.9 degrees Celsius. This substantial temperature range of approximately 25 degrees highlights the variability experienced during the month.
Precipitation Patterns
August proved to be significantly drier than climatologically expected. The province received an average of 36.9 millimeters of precipitation, representing only 50 percent of the normal August total of 74.4 millimeters. This substantial deficit of 50 percent indicates notably drier conditions across the region. The wettest single day occurred on August 2 in Ermelo, with 12.1 millimeters of rainfall. When examining precipitation by location, Barneveld recorded the highest monthly total with 43.8 millimeters, still well below seasonal averages.
Sunshine and Notable Conditions
Sunshine hours slightly exceeded the seasonal norm, with Gelderland recording 342.9 hours compared to the normal value of 338.0 hours, representing a positive anomaly of 1 percent. This modest surplus of sunshine, combined with the dry conditions, created favorable conditions for outdoor activities during much of the month. The combination of below-average rainfall and near-normal temperatures with slightly enhanced sunshine suggests a relatively pleasant summer month, though the significant precipitation deficit may have impacted agricultural conditions across the province.