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Groningen has an oceanic temperate climate characteristic of the northern Netherlands, with cool winters just above freezing and mild summers around 17°C. The city experiences moderate maritime influence from the Gulf Stream, resulting in high humidity and frequent precipitation throughout the year. Winter temperatures occasionally drop below freezing at night, while summer warmth remains modest compared to southern European regions.
Summer Average
17.4°C
Winter Average
2.6°C
Climate Type
Oceanic
Rainy Days
130
Sunny Days
274
Humidity
89%
Spring
March - May
6-15°C
Spring brings gradually warming temperatures with variable conditions. Precipitation is moderate with approximately 8 rainy days per month.
Moderate rainfall
Summer
June - August
15-21°C
Summer is the warmest season with average highs around 21°C and relatively pleasant conditions. This period features the most sunshine hours and the lowest rainfall of the year.
Low rainfall
Autumn
September - November
10-18°C
Autumn sees cooling temperatures and increasing precipitation as the season progresses. November becomes notably wetter and windier as winter approaches.
Moderate rainfall
Winter
December - February
1-5°C
Winter is cold with average highs around 4-5°C and frequent subzero nights. Snowfall occurs occasionally, with January and February being the snowiest months, though accumulation is typically light.
Moderate rainfall
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Air Quality
Groningen
Groningen offers a refreshingly compact, bike-friendly university city with a vibrant international atmosphere that punches well above its modest size. Young professionals and academics will find an exceptionally livable environment with affordable housing, excellent public infrastructure, and a progressive, English-friendly culture that makes integration surprisingly smooth.
The trade-off is a smaller job market compared to Amsterdam or Rotterdam, with most opportunities concentrated in education, tech, and research sectors. While the city's youthful energy and high quality of life are compelling, expats should carefully assess career alignment before committing. Healthcare and safety are solid, and the compact urban design means most daily needs are easily accessible by bicycle or public transit.
Advantages
Groningen
Bicycle-friendly city
Vibrant student population
Compact walkable center
Rich cultural heritage
Dynamic university environment
Disadvantages
Groningen
High student housing pressure
Limited job market diversity
Challenging winter weather
Expensive rental prices
Bicycle infrastructure congestion
Safety & Security in Groningen
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Good
74
/100
Netherlands Avg
63
Europe Avg
59
Worldwide Avg
56
Crime & Safety Metrics
Thermometer compares Groningen to Netherlands averages using different marker styles.Compare:
Groningen
Netherlands Average
Safety Index
0510
Good
Safety from Crime
0510
Safe
Safe Alone (Day)
0510
Excellent
Safe Alone (Night)
0510
Good
Safety from Violent Crime
0510
Safe
Safety from Property Crime
0510
Moderate
Environmental & Natural Hazard Risks
Resilience Score: 80/100
No data for Groningen — showing hazard indicators from nearby Assen (~24 km).
