What’s the climate like in Zwolle?
The current climate in Zwolle features temperatures ranging from a high of 23°C to a low of 7°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 15°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 2°C and in the warmer months around 14°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Zwolle in recent years was 39°C in July 2019. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was -6°C in February 2018.
On average, Zwolle gets 795 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 7,9 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 Zwolle?
The best time to visit Zwolle 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 Zwolle. 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.
Climate Table of Zwolle
The climate table of Zwolle 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.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | 7 | 8 | 11 | 14 | 18 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 20 | 15 | 10 | 8 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 2 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 9 | 13 | 14 | 14 | 11 | 9 | 5 | 4 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 70 | 59 | 51 | 40 | 51 | 60 | 72 | 76 | 60 | 70 | 66 | 120 |
| Snow (cm) | 2,6 | 2,2 | 0,5 | 0,1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0,2 | 2,3 |
| UV Index | 1 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 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.
- Average yearly temperature: 15°C
- Highest temperature: 23°C in July and August
- Lowest temperature: 7°C in January
- Precipitation*: 795 mm per year, averaging 66 mm per month
- Snowfall: 7,9 cm per year
- Driest months: 40 mm in April, 51 mm in March and May
- Wettest months: 120 mm in December, 76 mm in August and 72 mm in July
*Precipitation is measured as a combination of rain, snow, and hail
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Weather experiences in Zwolle
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Average Temperature per Month in Zwolle
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Zwolle, Netherlands. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Zwolle
This graph shows how much rainfall Zwolle, Netherlands, gets on average per month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of rainfall is measured in millimeters, and the average is calculated based on the recorded rainfall per month from past years.
Average Snowfall per Month in Zwolle
This graph shows how much snow Zwolle, Netherlands, gets on average per month. The amount of snowfall is measured in centimeters and the average is calculated based on the recorded snowfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Zwolle
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Zwolle, Netherlands. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Zwolle
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Zwolle, Netherlands. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Zwolle
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Zwolle, Netherlands, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimeters, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Total Yearly Snowfall in Zwolle
This chart shows the total yearly snowfall in Zwolle, Netherlands, over the past few years. The total yearly snowfall, measured in centimeters, is the sum of all the snow that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Zwolle
The weather in Zwolle is rated an average of 2,8 out of 5 stars by 4 visitors. Have you been to Zwolle? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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A mix of sun, rain and cool nights in March in Zwolle. Okay for the Netherlands, but unfortunately not ideal for outdoor activities. But the rainy days offered beautiful scenery and the sunny moments were pleasant.— This text is automatically translated to English
The sun played hide-and-seek behind the clouds. Rain greeted us for several days. We were blessed with great snow, but be prepared for cold temperatures. Suitable for winter lovers, not for sun worshippers.— This text is automatically translated to English
There were sunny days with a pleasant temperature of around 15 degrees, but it was often rainy and cloudy. During this time, warm clothes and an umbrella are required.— This text is automatically translated to English
Although there were sunny days, most of my stay was dominated by clouds and showers. The temperature was quite pleasant.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Zwolle by Month
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