Groningen, Netherlands: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Groningen, Netherlands? If you're planning to go to Groningen, we've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Groningen, Netherlands

Based on the climate and weather in Groningen, the best time to go is August. See below for details.

Important essentials for Groningen, Netherlands

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Groningen, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards can wear out. An unreadable vaccine card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.


  • Travel insurance

    If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans


  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection available.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is a good TSA-friendly option.

General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Groningen, Netherlands by month

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January

January in Groningen is pretty cool. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 30s F (single digits below 0 C). But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 80% to 90% range on average.

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February

February for Groningen is brisk. Temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C) during the day. It rains or snows about half of the time.

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March

In March, Groningen can be brisk. Temperatures routinely are in the high 40s F (single digits C) range. At night, lows are in the 30s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Groningen, with more than half of the days of the month having rain. In March, humidity reaches as high as 80%. Additionally, it is breezy.

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April

April here is brisk. Temperatures average in the 50s F (low 10s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.

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May

If you vacation in Groningen during May, you might find that it is cool. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 60s F (high 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 40s F (single digits C). Humidity is generally between 60 and 70% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.

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June

Traveling to Groningen in June, you will notice that it is balmy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the high 60s F (high 10s C).

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July

If you visit Groningen during July, you will probably notice that it is balmy. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 50s F (low 10s C). Humidity is generally between 60 and 70% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.

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August

August in Groningen is balmy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C).

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September

September in Groningen is crisp. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 40s F (single digits C). But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 60% to 70% range on average.

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October

October in Groningen is crisp. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 40s F (single digits C) to 50s F (mid 10s C).

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November

November for Groningen is brisk. Temperatures average in the high 40s F (single digits C) during the day. It rains about two thirds of the time.

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December

December in Groningen can be brisk. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 30s F (single digits C). But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 80% to 90% range on average.

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Activities for Groningen, Netherlands

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Groningen.

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