Best time to visit the Netherlands

Large areas of low-lying Holland have been reclaimed from the sea and the country's climate is as changeable as the North Sea waters which lie off its long coast.

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Top Netherlands destinations

Below are the temperatures expected today at popular countries, regions and places in the Netherlands. Select a destination to compare today's forecast with average weather conditions.

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  Amsterdam
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  Rotterdam

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• Amsterdam
• Groningen
• Haarlem
• Maastricht
• Rotterdam
• Terschelling
• The Hague

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The weather guide for Netherlands (Amsterdam) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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Netherlands weather overview

Be prepared for rain at any time in the Netherlands, especially in inland areas which, in the winter, tend to be wetter than coastal districts.

In the summer, however, the coast can fall prey to sudden squalls, thunderstorms and intense showers while, in the autumn and winter, it can be afflicted by strong gales.

Some winters are severe enough to freeze canals and rivers, while others are mild. There are only two things you can be sure of when visiting Holland: the country is very flat and, therefore, windy, and rain can bucket down at any time of year.

What to pack for Netherlands weather

In the summer, you could find yourself basking in up to 8 hours of sunshine a day, so light clothes are appropriate but these should always be supplemented with warmer cover-ups and rainwear.

In winter, medium to warm clothes are essential. Basically, when travelling to Holland, you should be prepared for anything.

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