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A 0 to 100 comfort rating from daytime heat, overnight chill, rainfall and storm risk, for Amsterdam. Higher is better. Some booking links earn us a commission, at no extra cost to you.
The steadiest weather, peaking around Jun.
Other months to compare; prices and crowds depend on your destination and dates.
Hard cold.
The year at a glance
The weather score above uses Amsterdam. It cannot rate the coast or South Limburg. The table below shows four station samples.
Tulips usually look best in mid April. Summer brings warmer days for cycling and the coast, but not a dry season.
Netherlands weather by place
The score above uses Amsterdam. Compare the coast and inland south before choosing a month.
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Average daytime high and monthly rain, 1991–2020
| Month | SchipholAmsterdam area | De KooyNorth Sea coast | VlissingenZeeland coast | MaastrichtSouth Limburg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 6°C 67 mm rain | 6°C 66 mm rain | 6°C 59 mm rain | 6°C 64 mm rain |
| Feb | 7°C 55 mm rain | 6°C 50 mm rain | 7°C 53 mm rain | 7°C 58 mm rain |
| Mar | 10°C 52 mm rain | 9°C 44 mm rain | 10°C 45 mm rain | 11°C 55 mm rain |
| Apr | 14°C 40 mm rain | 12°C 35 mm rain | 13°C 35 mm rain | 15°C 41 mm rain |
| May | 18°C 54 mm rain | 16°C 42 mm rain | 17°C 49 mm rain | 19°C 58 mm rain |
| Jun | 20°C 65 mm rain | 19°C 59 mm rain | 20°C 62 mm rain | 22°C 69 mm rain |
| Jul | 23°C 82 mm rain | 21°C 63 mm rain | 22°C 72 mm rain | 24°C 73 mm rain |
| Aug | 22°C 99 mm rain | 21°C 89 mm rain | 22°C 82 mm rain | 24°C 83 mm rain |
| Sep | 19°C 84 mm rain | 18°C 85 mm rain | 19°C 74 mm rain | 20°C 58 mm rain |
| Oct | 15°C 87 mm rain | 14°C 97 mm rain | 15°C 74 mm rain | 15°C 64 mm rain |
| Nov | 10°C 85 mm rain | 10°C 84 mm rain | 10°C 79 mm rain | 10°C 62 mm rain |
| Dec | 7°C 82 mm rain | 7°C 75 mm rain | 7°C 76 mm rain | 6°C 74 mm rain |
In July, Maastricht averages 24°C by day; De Kooy on the north coast averages 21°C. Rain is possible in every season.
These four stations miss many cities and islands. They do not show sea conditions or a forecast.
Sources and weather limits
KNMI station averages cover 1991–2020. Highs are mean daily highs; rain is the mean monthly total. Schiphol is near Amsterdam, not in its centre. De Kooy is near the North Sea coast, not a Wadden Island. The Amsterdam weather score uses separate older inputs.
Schiphol station table · De Kooy station table · Vlissingen station table · Maastricht station table · Netherlands tourism weather guide · Tulip season · Checked October 2026
the Netherlands month by month
Highs, lows, rainfall and the rating, for Amsterdam.
JanuaryCold with a little rain.Fair 34
- Daytime high
- 6°C / 43°F
- Overnight low
- 1°C / 34°F
- Rainfall
- 68 mm
Cold with a little rain.
FebruaryCold and dry.Fair 40
- Daytime high
- 7°C / 45°F
- Overnight low
- 1°C / 34°F
- Rainfall
- 47 mm
Cold and dry.
MarchCool with a little rain.Good 55
- Daytime high
- 10°C / 50°F
- Overnight low
- 3°C / 37°F
- Rainfall
- 59 mm
Cool with a little rain.
AprilCool and dry.Ideal 75
- Daytime high
- 14°C / 57°F
- Overnight low
- 5°C / 41°F
- Rainfall
- 42 mm
Cool and dry.
MayMild and dryIdeal 91
- Daytime high
- 18°C / 64°F
- Overnight low
- 9°C / 48°F
- Rainfall
- 50 mm
Mild and dry.
JuneMild with a little rainIdeal 93
- Daytime high
- 20°C / 68°F
- Overnight low
- 12°C / 54°F
- Rainfall
- 63 mm
Mild with a little rain.
JulyMild with a little rain.Ideal 90
- Daytime high
- 22°C / 72°F
- Overnight low
- 14°C / 57°F
- Rainfall
- 71 mm
Mild with a little rain.
AugustMild with a little rainIdeal 91
- Daytime high
- 22°C / 72°F
- Overnight low
- 14°C / 57°F
- Rainfall
- 68 mm
Mild with a little rain.
SeptemberMild with a little rain.Ideal 89
- Daytime high
- 19°C / 66°F
- Overnight low
- 11°C / 52°F
- Rainfall
- 70 mm
Mild with a little rain.
OctoberCool with a little rain.Great 73
- Daytime high
- 14°C / 57°F
- Overnight low
- 8°C / 46°F
- Rainfall
- 73 mm
Cool with a little rain.
NovemberCool with a little rain.Good 56
- Daytime high
- 10°C / 50°F
- Overnight low
- 4°C / 39°F
- Rainfall
- 80 mm
Cool with a little rain.
DecemberCold with a little rain.Fair 35
- Daytime high
- 6°C / 43°F
- Overnight low
- 2°C / 36°F
- Rainfall
- 76 mm
Cold with a little rain.
Where you go changes when you go
Tulip fields
Mid April is often best. Try Lisse or North Holland; check bloom updates before travel.
Amsterdam and cities
May to September brings longer days. Keep a rainy-day plan.
The coast
Summer is warmer for beach visits. North Sea water and wind need a separate check.
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