The climate of Maastricht
The current climate in Maastricht features temperatures ranging from a high of 24°C to a low of 7°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 16°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 2°C and in the warmer months around 14°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Maastricht, Netherlands.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Maastricht in recent years was 40°C in July 2019. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was -5°C in February 2021.
Precipitation and snowfall
On average, Maastricht gets 699 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 6,1 cm is snowfall. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation each year.
Curious about the weather in other parts of Netherlands? Check out the climate and weather for spots like Texel, Veluwe, Zeeland, or explore other destinations in Netherlands.
Best time to visit Maastricht?
The best time to visit Maastricht for sunny weather is May through September. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Maastricht. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
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Climate Table of Maastricht
The climate table of Maastricht shows the average temperatures, rainfall, snow, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 7 | 9 | 12 | 15 | 19 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 21 | 16 | 11 | 8 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 9 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 12 | 9 | 5 | 4 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 61 | 57 | 54 | 34 | 49 | 79 | 66 | 77 | 55 | 50 | 50 | 67 |
| Snow (cm) | 3,0 | 1,2 | 1,0 | 0,2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0,2 | 0,5 |
| UV Index | 1 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
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Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Maastricht, Netherlands. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Maastricht
Yearly Temperature in Maastricht
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Maastricht, Netherlands. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Average Precipitation per Month in Maastricht
Total Yearly Precipitation in Maastricht
Average Snowfall per Month in Maastricht
Total Yearly Snowfall in Maastricht
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Maastricht, Netherlands. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Average UV Index per Month in Maastricht
Weather experiences in Maastricht
The weather in Maastricht is rated an average of 3,3 out of 5 stars by 7 visitors. Have you been to Maastricht? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
Tineke Bloem
These were cold and rainy days with occasional sunshine. This is the perfect place for winter lovers, but don't forget to bring warm clothes!
IsaakRainfall was common on sunny days. The temperature remained around 20 degrees. Make sure you have varied clothing!
Sienna PaapIt rained a few days, but it was mostly dry and a good temperature for hiking. It can be chilly in the evenings, so a jacket is recommended.
OliviaA few showers but it was actually somewhat refreshing. Ideal weather for relaxing on the terrace. Not too hot, not too cold.
TimoIt was relatively warm and ideal for outdoor activities such as hiking and biking. However, because of the rainy days, some days were not ideal. Bring an umbrella!
MarijnExpect traditional Dutch weather: gray rainy days punctuated by moments of crisp cold. The cold wind called for warm coats! Nice blankets for rent at various cafes.
LennThere were rainy days, but they never lasted long. Slightly colder than expected, so a coat was necessary. Generally good spring weather.
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Average weather in Maastricht by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Maastricht. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.