August 2025 in North Brabant presented a mixed weather picture, with near-normal temperatures but significantly drier conditions than typical for the summer month. The province experienced a relatively warm period overall, though with notable daily variations across different locations.
Temperature Overview
The average temperature for August in North Brabant reached 19.0 degrees Celsius, marginally above the normal value of 18.9 degrees, representing an anomaly of just 0.1 degrees. The warmest day occurred on August 13 in Eindhoven, where temperatures climbed to 34.5 degrees Celsius, marking the month's peak heat. In contrast, the coldest reading was recorded in Asten on August 24, dropping to 5.8 degrees Celsius, illustrating the considerable temperature range experienced during the month.
Precipitation Patterns
August proved to be notably drier than average across North Brabant. The province received an average total of 33.5 millimeters of precipitation, representing a substantial 47 percent below the normal amount of 63.4 millimeters. The wettest day occurred on August 30 in Bergen op Zoom, where 14.7 millimeters fell. However, when examining total precipitation by location, Asten recorded the highest cumulative rainfall with 49.0 millimeters for the entire month, still well below seasonal expectations.
Sunshine Hours
Sunshine conditions were slightly above normal, with the province recording 338.2 hours of sunshine compared to the typical 332.5 hours, representing a 2 percent positive anomaly. This above-average sunshine contributed to the generally pleasant conditions despite the precipitation deficit.
Notable Weather Events
The most significant weather event was the substantial temperature contrast between the warmest and coldest days, spanning nearly 29 degrees Celsius. The late-month rainfall on August 30 provided some relief from the dry conditions, though overall August remained considerably drier than climatologically normal for the region.