Netherlands Weather
🇳🇱 1 city covered · Europe
· oceanic climate
Best time to visit
April to September
Weather in the Netherlands at a glance
Our the Netherlands coverage centers on Amsterdam, which has a oceanic climate. Expect average highs around 72°F (22°C) in August and 44°F (7°C) in January, with about 161 days of measurable precipitation a year.
Quick facts
- Covered city: Amsterdam - annual average 52°
- Best time to visit: April to September
- Climate type: oceanic
The bigger picture
Amsterdam averages 8.0 hours of sunshine per day and roughly 916 mm (36.1 inches) of precipitation annually, plus around 5 snowy days. The most comfortable window is generally April to September. See the full month-by-month breakdown on the Amsterdam climate page.
Live weather across the Netherlands today
Netherlands cities compared
| City | Annual avg | Hottest month | Coldest month | Rainy days/yr | Sun h/day | Snowy days/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amsterdam | 52° | Aug · 72° | Jan · 36° | 161 | 8.0 | 5 |
Netherlands weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainy days | Sunshine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44° | 36° | 15 | 3.8 h/day |
| February | 46° | 36° | 13 | 5.5 h/day |
| March | 50° | 38° | 13 | 7.5 h/day |
| April | 55° | 42° | 12 | 10.3 h/day |
| May | 63° | 48° | 12 | 11.6 h/day |
| June | 69° | 55° | 12 | 11.8 h/day |
| July | 71° | 58° | 15 | 11.9 h/day |
| August | 72° | 58° | 14 | 11.1 h/day |
| September | 67° | 54° | 13 | 9.1 h/day |
| October | 59° | 49° | 15 | 6.2 h/day |
| November | 50° | 42° | 15 | 4.4 h/day |
| December | 46° | 39° | 15 | 3.1 h/day |
Netherlands weather FAQs
When is the best time to visit the Netherlands?
Averaged across the covered cities, April to September offers the most comfortable combination of temperatures, drier days and daylight. Coastal, mountain and desert areas can differ - check each city's climate page for specifics.
Does it snow in the Netherlands?
Yes - Amsterdam sees regular snowfall. Amsterdam gets the most, about 5 snowy days in a typical year.
What is the climate of the Netherlands like?
The covered cities fall under oceanic climate. That means mild temperatures year-round with regular rainfall.