Outdoor activities Potential
Good
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
May, June, September
January, February, December
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Generally dry
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🥾 Planning a hiking trip to The Veluwe?
The best time to visit The Veluwe for hiking is May, June, September, when trail conditions are most favorable and the weather is more stable. If you're planning your trip around this period, it can be helpful to look into where to stay and how to organize your hikes in advance.
Climate Heatmap
See at a glance which months offer the best outdoor activities conditions — based on temperature, rainfall and climate scores.
Summer offers the most reliable hiking conditions in The Veluwe, with open trails and longer daylight hours.
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Monthly weather & climate data for The Veluwe
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 31Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 3° | 70 |
February | 38Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 4° | 51 |
March | 38Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 7° | 55 |
April | 59Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 9° | 41 |
May | 77Good Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 13° | 59 |
June | 74Good Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 16° | 69 |
July | 67Suboptimal Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 18° | 77 |
August | 67Suboptimal Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 18° | 83 |
September | 73Good Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 14° | 68 |
October | 45Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 11° | 70 |
November | 36Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 7° | 71 |
December | 30Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 5° | 82 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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🗺️ Plan your hiking trip to The Veluwe
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