Weather Amsterdam

Climate in Amsterdam: best time to visit, weather by month, temperature

Amsterdam enjoys a temperate climate, generally mild and humid, influenced by the North Sea, winds from the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf Stream. It is not wrong, therefore, to say that the capital of the Netherlands has two major seasons, a mild summer and a temperate winter.

Rainy or cloudy days can happen at any time of the year, but generally the weather in Amsterdam is very variable.

During the winter months, between December and February, the temperatures are fairly mild although bitingly cold days and sub-zero temperatures are not infrequent.

In summer, Amsterdam’s climate is mild with high but never stifling temperatures, while during spring and autumn, unstable weather is the real star of Amsterdam holidays.

How to dress

• If you are packing your suitcase for a holiday in Amsterdam, keep in mind that you will need to dress in layers. The climate in Amsterdam is very variable and often even in summer the temperatures can be low.
• A mackintosh or windbreaker is a must, but a folding umbrella is unnecessary, as the whims of the wind will make it almost unusable.
• In winter, low temperatures call for warm, opaque clothes, but you should consider that inside Amsterdam’s shops, Bruin Cafés, restaurants and museums, temperatures are particularly high, so be prepared to take off some clothing.