Schiphol Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Visitors to Schiphol can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 22°C (72°F) in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 7°C (45°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 15°C (59°F) in August to 2°C (36°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Generally, Schiphol experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 942 mm (37 in) yearly. Schiphol experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 97 mm (3.8 in) in August, the wettest month, and 56 mm (2.2 in) in April, the driest month. For more details, please visit our Schiphol Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Schiphol can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 7.8 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.9 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 88%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 74%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year

The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 4 m/s (8 knots) in June, July, August and September to 6 m/s (12 knots) in January, February, March, November and December. What does this mean?

The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)