Amsterdam in Summer — Weather & What to Expect
Summer in Amsterdam (June, July, August) averages daytime highs of 21.5°C and lows of 13.8°C, with around 236.1mm of rain across the season (40 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (June, July, August).
In the northern hemisphere, summer in Amsterdam covers June, July, August.
Summer in Amsterdam month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June | 21.4°C | 13.0°C | 68.5mm | 10 | 10/10 |
| July | 20.9°C | 13.8°C | 88.9mm | 16 | 10/10 |
| August | 22.1°C | 14.7°C | 78.7mm | 14 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Amsterdam in summer
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
- T-shirts and light trousers or shorts
- Light waterproof layer
Frequently Asked Questions
Is summer a good time to visit Amsterdam?
Summer in Amsterdam rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 21.5°C with 236.1mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Amsterdam in summer?
Daytime highs average 21.5°C (70.7°F) across June, July, August, with nights around 13.8°C.
What months are summer in Amsterdam?
Amsterdam is in the northern hemisphere, so summer covers June, July, August.
See also: best time to visit Amsterdam · Amsterdam annual climate · Amsterdam in spring · Amsterdam in autumn · Amsterdam in winter
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Summer in Amsterdam — what to pack
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.