First 20°C day expected today, but will it last?
The Netherlands is enjoying a classic spring day this Wednesday, marked by abundant sunshine and temperatures climbing to around 20°C in some areas. Mild weather is expected to continue over the next few days, though conditions are set to become more unsettled from Thursday evening, bringing the possibility of rain.
While inland areas like Noord-Brabant, Limburg, and Zeeland will feel the full 20°C heat, coastal regions may experience a 'sea breeze' effect, keeping temperatures a few degrees cooler near the beaches.
It remains cooler in Noord-Holland and Groningen due to the influence of the sea, with maximums between 15°C and 17°C. Utrecht and Gelderland can expect a pleasant 18°C to 19°C, while the Wadden islands will be the coolest areas in the country, with temperatures rising to 14°C maximum.
Winds are light to moderate, coming from the east to southeast. The night will stay dry, with temperatures dropping to around 3°C in the northeast and about 7°C in the southwest.
Temperatures will remain mild tomorrow with sunny weather. Temperatures will be between 16°C and 21°C. Although the evening may see rain and thunderstorms.
The temperatures drop on Friday to around 13°C before picking back up again on Saturday with temperatures between 17°C and 19°C, although rain is expected in the evening.
The week will be closed off with more cloudy weather on Sunday, temperatures between 14°C and 20°C. These temperatures are significantly above the seasonal average for early April, which usually hovers around 12°C to 14°C. The expected dip on Friday marks a brief return to more typical Dutch spring conditions before the mercury rises again for the weekend.
This sudden spring surge is driven by a strong high-pressure system over Central Europe, which is funneling warm, dry air from the southeast directly into the Benelux region.
The mild conditions are expected to trigger a 'spring leap' in nature, with fruit trees starting to blossom and the hay fever season intensifying. Residents are advised to keep an eye on pollen counts, as the dry eastern wind typically increases birch and grass pollen levels.