Scheveningen
City in Netherlands
Scheveningen is a coastal district located in the Netherlands, situated 51 kilometers from Amsterdam. With a population of about 61,000 people, it is a well-known seaside destination featuring notable attractions like Madurodam and the Kurhaus of Scheveningen.
What to see
Visitors to Scheveningen often visit Madurodam, a miniature park. The area is also home to the Kurhaus of Scheveningen, a historic hotel building. Additionally, the district hosts the headquarters of Europol.
When to go
The warmest months are July and August, with daily highs around 20 °C and lows of 15 °C. These months experience moderate rainfall, with 81 mm to 97 mm of rain. Spring, from April to May, offers milder temperatures ranging from 11 °C to 15 °C with less rain, while autumn and winter months are cooler, frequently reaching daily highs between 6 °C and 14 °C, with rainfall occurring on up to 17 days per month.
Getting there
The nearest airport is Rotterdam The Hague Airport, located 20 kilometers away.
Top sights in Scheveningen
Weather by month
The warmest month is August, with an average high of 20 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 6 | 6 | 8 | 11 | 15 | 17 | 20 | 20 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 7 |
| Average low, °C | 2 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 9 | 12 | 15 | 15 | 13 | 10 | 6 | 3 |
| Rainfall, mm | 80 | 62 | 67 | 44 | 62 | 70 | 81 | 97 | 96 | 100 | 101 | 89 |
| Rainy days | 16 | 13 | 13 | 10 | 12 | 11 | 14 | 13 | 13 | 15 | 17 | 16 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Scheveningen (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.