Weather radar Utrecht
Real-time precipitation radar · Utrecht · Netherlands
Utrecht climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for Utrecht shows long-term monthly averages (2000–2023): average high and average low temperature in °C, monthly precipitation (mm), rainy days and sunshine hours per month. Data source: ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF) via the WDTEC Climate Archive.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high (°C) | 6.4° | 8.4° | 11.3° | 13.1° | 17.7° | 21.8° | 22.1° | 22.5° | 20.1° | 15.6° | 10° | 7.5° |
| Avg low (°C) | 2.3° | 3.2° | 3.6° | 5.3° | 9.2° | 13° | 14.2° | 14.3° | 12.2° | 9.7° | 5.5° | 3.5° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 79 | 67 | 54 | 62 | 85 | 80 | 86 | 65 | 71 | 97 | 84 | 66 |
| Rainy days | 14 | 13 | 11 | 12 | 14 | 11 | 15 | 11 | 12 | 15 | 15 | 13 |
| Sunshine hours | 109 | 131 | 235 | 286 | 353 | 359 | 354 | 341 | 261 | 179 | 117 | 78 |
| Humidity | 87% | 84% | 77% | 74% | 76% | 73% | 77% | 78% | 81% | 86% | 89% | 89% |
Best time to visit Utrecht
The best time to visit Utrecht is typically August. In this month the average high is 22.5°C, precipitation is 65 mm and sunshine duration is 341 hours. The annual average high is 14.7°C, total annual precipitation is 896 mm (156 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 2803 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Utrecht
How up to date is the weather radar for Utrecht?
The weather radar for Utrecht is updated every 5 minutes with new radar data from the OPERA composite radar. A 2-hour forecast animation is also available. Rainfall probability, wind gusts and UV index are available up to 14 days in advance.
What weather data is available for Utrecht?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for Utrecht: rainfall probability, thunderstorm warning (CAPE index), wind gusts, UV index, air pressure, humidity, dew point, sunshine hours, snow line and a 14-day forecast based on ICON-D2, ECMWF IFS and GFS.
When are thunderstorms expected in Utrecht?
The thunderstorm potential for Utrecht is calculated from the CAPE index and lightning potential. Active storm cells and severe weather warnings are visible on the radar map in real time. Thunderstorm warnings are issued automatically as soon as storm cells are detected near Utrecht.
What is the climate like in Utrecht?
Utrecht has an annual average high of 14.7°C. The warmest month is August (avg high 22.5°C), the coldest January (avg low 2.3°C). The wettest month is October with 97 mm, the driest March with 54 mm. Total annual precipitation is 896 mm (156 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 2803 hours.