Warm and clear weather will mark the start of August across the country, with sunny skies expected throughout the weekend.
Temperatures around mid-day on Saturday will reach between 20 and 22 degrees Celsius, eventually climbing to around 23 degrees along coastal areas later in the afternoon.
Tropical temperatures early in the week
Lighter winds from the northwest will keep conditions clear into Saturday evening and through the night, leading into a warmer Sunday morning.
Sunday afternoon will bring higher temperatures across central and western regions, reaching up to 26 degrees near the coast and higher inland.
Forecasts indicate that Monday could see tropical temperatures in many areas, prompting local discussions on how August warmth is forecast to deepen ongoing drought conditions.
Rain and thunder expected mid-week
The high heat is expected to break slightly by Tuesday afternoon as the probability of scattered showers and localized thunderstorms increases.
Following Tuesday’s rain, temperatures are anticipated to drop slightly, though dry and bright conditions will remain the dominant trend for the rest of the week.
The KNMI, the national weather service hosted at KNMI, continues to monitor conditions for potential updates if the humidity brings stronger summer storms.
