July 2025 brought a month of variable weather to the province of Groningen in the Netherlands, with temperatures running slightly above normal and precipitation levels matching seasonal expectations. The month showcased the typical summer variability characteristic of this northern Dutch province, with significant contrasts between warm days and cooler periods.
Temperature Overview
The average temperature for July reached 18.2 degrees Celsius, which is 0.5 degrees above the normal value of 17.7 degrees. This modest warming placed the month in the warmer category for the season. The warmest day occurred on July 1st in Groningen city, where temperatures climbed to 33.4 degrees Celsius, marking an impressive start to the month. In contrast, the coldest reading was recorded in Stadskanaal on July 4th, dropping to just 9.8 degrees Celsius. This substantial temperature range of 23.6 degrees demonstrates the dynamic nature of Groningen's summer weather patterns.
Precipitation Patterns
Total precipitation for the month averaged 137.2 millimeters across the province, which is virtually identical to the normal value of 137.4 millimeters, resulting in zero percent anomaly. This indicates that July 2025 received typical amounts of rainfall for the season. The wettest day occurred on July 20th in Groningen, where 81.1 millimeters of rain fell, representing a significant weather event. Groningen city recorded the highest total precipitation for the month at 165.7 millimeters, indicating that the city experienced notably wetter conditions than other parts of the province.
Sunshine and Notable Features
Sunshine duration totaled 344.1 hours for the month, which represents a two percent decrease from the normal value of 349.8 hours. This slight deficit suggests that cloud cover was marginally more prevalent than typical for July. The combination of near-normal precipitation and slightly reduced sunshine hours created conditions that were representative of a typical Dutch summer month, with a mix of sunny periods and rainy spells characteristic of the season.