Best Time to Visit Netherlands
Month-by-month climate guide for planning a trip to Netherlands.
Netherlands does not have a month that clearly fits our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. Its warmest and driest window is around July (18°C / 64.4°F) and April (45 mm / 1.8 in rainfall) — usually the practical travel choice. The drier half of the year covers December–September, while the wetter half runs through October–November. Country-wide monthly temperatures range from 3°C / 37.4°F in January to 18°C / 64.4°F in July, and monthly rainfall from 45 mm / 1.8 in (April) to 80 mm / 3.1 in (October). Netherlands's climate is broadly seasonal. These are national area-weighted averages from long-term climate normals — regional variation within Netherlands can be substantial, especially for large or geographically diverse countries. Below, every month is classified against our five weather profiles so you can match your travel window to your preferred weather.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| July | 18°C64.4°F | 75 mm3″ | — |
| August | 18°C64.4°F | 75 mm3″ | — |
| June | 16°C60.8°F | 70 mm2.8″ | — |
No month in Netherlands fits our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. The three above are the driest-and-warmest fallback.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Netherlands?
Netherlands doesn't have a month that clearly matches our sunny profiles at a national average. The practical travel window centres on April (driest, ~45 mm / 1.8 in) and July (warmest, 18°C / 64.4°F). Regional variation within Netherlands can be significant — city and subdivision pages give a more localised view.
When is the rainy season in Netherlands?
The rainy season in Netherlands runs through October–November, when monthly rainfall exceeds the national annual median of about 75 mm / 3 in. The wettest single month is October, averaging 80 mm / 3.1 in.
What is the dry season in Netherlands?
The drier half of the year in Netherlands covers December–September, when monthly rainfall stays at or below the annual median of about 75 mm / 3 in. The driest single month is April with about 45 mm / 1.8 in.
What months should I avoid visiting Netherlands?
The least comfortable months for travel in Netherlands — based on our climate data — are January, February, March, July, August, September, October, November, December. These are Netherlands's wettest or coolest months. Rainfall peaks at 80 mm / 3.1 in in October, and temperatures bottom out at 3°C / 37.4°F in January.
Is there a shoulder season in Netherlands?
Shoulder-season months in Netherlands — moderate weather, lower rainfall than the wet season — include April, May, September, October, November. These are typically the quietest and cheapest months for travel, and often deliver decent weather without the peak-season crowd.