Heavy storms and chilly winds will give way to warmer weather across the Netherlands
Heavy showers and unseasonably cool summer temperatures are affecting much of the Netherlands on Monday, with local flooding reported in several northern provinces. From Wednesday, however, the unsettled conditions will gradually give way to warmer and sunnier weather, according to the latest weeronline forecast issued on Monday morning.
Heavy showers and brisk winds are battering large parts of the Netherlands on Monday morning, as a northwesterly wind pushes bands of rain inland. In Friesland and Flevoland, a code yellow warning is in effect due to intense downpours causing localized flooding.
By mid-morning, temperatures will range between 15 and 17 degrees. Over the next few hours, most showers are expected to track eastward, with clearer intervals gradually spreading in from the west. Winds, which have been weak to moderate, are shifting to the north and remain fairly strong along the coast.
During the afternoon, widespread cloud cover is likely to persist, and additional inland showers are expected. Although the rain will be less frequent than in the morning, occasional showers remain possible. Temperatures will climb to between 18 and 20 degrees, but the brisk northwesterly wind will likely be making it feel cooler. Inland winds will be moderate, while coastal areas are likely to see a fairly strong breeze.
By Monday evening, conditions are forecast to remain unsettled, with a mix of clouds, some sunshine, and isolated showers. Winds over land will gradually turn to the west and weaken, but the northwesterly wind along the coast will stay fairly strong. Overnight, new showers are likely to develop over the North Sea and move inland, some of which could be heavy. Minimum temperatures are expected to drop to around 9 degrees in northern regions and between 11 and 14 degrees elsewhere.
On Tuesday morning, the changeable pattern is set to continue. A moderate to fairly strong northwesterly wind will drive more showers inland from the sea, interspersed with dry intervals and occasional sunshine.
By Tuesday afternoon, scattered showers are forecast to remain active across much of the country. Extensive cloud cover will limit sunshine to brief appearances. Temperatures will again be unusually cool for early July, reaching only 17 to 19 degrees. Normally, afternoon highs for this period are between 21 and 24 degrees.
Tuesday evening is expected to start with showers still falling inland before most of the rain gradually clears eastward into Germany. As skies become clearer, winds will ease throughout the country. The night into Wednesday will stay dry under a mix of clouds and clear spells, with light winds. Minimum temperatures are likely to fall to around 13 degrees.
Wednesday will mark the start of more settled conditions. Apart from a few lingering morning showers in the east, the day should remain predominantly dry with long periods of sunshine and patches of cloud. A moderate northwesterly wind will keep temperatures relatively modest, between 20 and 22 degrees. Despite these levels, the sun will be strong, reaching a UV index of 6, meaning unprotected skin can burn within 15 to 25 minutes.
On Thursday, dry weather is forecast to continue, with plenty of sunshine along the coast and cumulus clouds developing over inland areas. Temperatures are expected to reach about 21 degrees near the sea and up to 24 degrees inland, accompanied by a moderate northerly breeze.
Later in the week, a steady warming trend is expected. Highs on Friday should range from 22 to 24 degrees. Over the weekend, inland regions will likely warm further, reaching 27 or 28 degrees. While many will consider this comfortable summer weather, there are no indications of a genuine heat wave developing at this stage, weeronline says.
