Amsterdam, NetherlandsQuick decision
When to visit Amsterdam?
🌞 Best time overall
June
🌡️ Optimal temperature
13°C–20°C in June
🌧 Least rain
41% rainy days in June
🌧 Wettest month
December (47%)
📅 Best score
7.5/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Tulips & KeukenhofMid-March to mid-May — 7 million flowers, Keukenhof open only 8 weeks.
Cycling & CanalsMay–September — world-class cycling network, canal cruises.
MuseumsYear-round — Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh, Anne Frank House without winter queues.
Parties & FestivalsApril–August — King's Day (Apr 27), Pride, outdoor festivals.
FamilyJune–August — NEMO Science Museum, Artis Zoo, very long days.
BudgetNovember–March — hotels often cheaper, museums accessible, local atmosphere.
Monthly climate data
Amsterdam weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌦️ January | 2°C | 7°C | 47% | 2.6 | 4.0h | 2.6/10 |
| 🌦️ February | 3°C | 8°C | 46% | 2.7 | 6.0h | 3.9/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 3°C | 10°C | 40% | 2.0 | 9.0h | 4.7/10 |
| ⛅ April | 6°C | 13°C | 38% | 2.0 | 11.8h | 6.6/10 |
| ⛅ May | 9°C | 17°C | 35% | 2.1 | 13.1h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 13°C | 20°C | 41% | 2.6 | 13.9h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌦️ July | 14°C | 21°C | 47% | 2.7 | 13.5h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 14°C | 21°C | 43% | 2.3 | 12.4h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 12°C | 19°C | 41% | 2.6 | 10.3h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌦️ October | 10°C | 15°C | 50% | 3.4 | 6.5h | 4.6/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 5°C | 10°C | 50% | 2.6 | 4.9h | 3.8/10 |
| 🌦️ December | 4°C | 8°C | 47% | 2.6 | 2.5h | 2.3/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Acceptable
Average 13°C, 38% rainy days, 11.3h sunshine/day. Score: 6.2/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 21°C, 44% rainy days, 13.3h sunshine/day. Score: 7.5/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Challenging climate
Average 15°C, 47% rainy days, 7.2h sunshine/day. Score: 5.2/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Challenging climate
Average 8°C, 47% rainy days, 4.2h sunshine/day. Score: 2.9/10.
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FAQ
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June is ideal with 41% rainy days and 20°C. The months of June & July offer comparable conditions.
December is the wettest month with 47% rainy days.
Yes, June is the best month with an average of 20°C.
In winter, the average score is 2.9/10. Difficult period — prefer the peak season.
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