Rotterdam Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Rotterdam is in spring, summer or early autumn. This means from April till the end of September.
A lot of rain is seen througout the whole year even in summer. Summers are very changeable and not very warm. If there are more than 5 days above 25°C (77°F) is it named a heat wave.
Rotterdam rarely sees snow but it does occur in some winters and there are usually a few days with temperatures below 0°C (32°F).
Monthly Temperature in Rotterdam
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Rotterdam. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 23°C (73°F) in July to a chilly 7°C (45°F) in the coolest month, February.
Nights vary from 14°C (57°F) in July to around 2°C (36°F) during the colder months.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Rotterdam
Generally, Rotterdam has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 859 mm (34 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Precipitation levels in Rotterdam remain relatively steady throughout the year. August has the most rain, with 85 mm (3.3 in) over 13 days. In the driest month April, this drops slightly to 54 mm (2.1 in), making the city's climate fairly predictable. For more details, please visit our Rotterdam Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Rotterdam
For those who appreciate different seasons, Rotterdam serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 7.6 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.8 hours of daily sunlight.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in Rotterdam by Month
The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 89%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 77%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Rotterdam
The mean wind speed varies between 4 m/s (8 knots) and 6 m/s (12 knots) throughout the year. It is lowest in August and September and highest during January, February, March, November and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Rotterdam 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Rotterdam
During the months of May, June, July, August and September, Rotterdam enjoys pleasant weather with average temperatures ranging from 18°C (65°F) to 23°C (73°F). These months are perfect for sightseeing and exploring.Rainfall during this time ranges from 65 mm (2.6 in) in May to 85 mm (3.3 in) in August. This means you can expect a mix of sunny days and occasional showers. Planning your next adventure but unsure where to go? Our climate tool suggests perfect locations tailored to your preferred weather conditions. Discover your ideal travel destination with our weather planner.
