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Netherlands Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Netherlands in January.

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Planning a getaway to the Netherlands this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in the Netherlands in January

January in the Netherlands generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 7°C (45°F) and nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) in Amsterdam. On average, January is the coldest month of the year in the Netherlands. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

To explore the conditions in the Netherlands in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Hoek with an average of 65 mm (2.6 in) to moderate rainfall in Rijs with 89 mm (3.5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during January. Amsterdam receives roughly 64 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

Explore the Netherlands by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Netherlands — and find the best time to visit. (based on Amsterdam)

January7°C (45°F) February8°C (46°F) March10°C (50°F) April14°C (57°F) May17°C (63°F) June20°C (68°F) This monthJuly22°C (72°F) August22°C (72°F) September19°C (66°F) October15°C (59°F) November11°C (52°F) December8°C (46°F)
Best Time to Visit the Netherlands →

Best Places to Visit in the Netherlands in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Netherlands.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in the Netherlands

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in the Netherlands?

Temperature range in the Netherlands (January)

Precipitation variation in the Netherlands (January)

Amsterdam

In January Amsterdam generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
52 hours
64 hours
88 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
77 mm (3 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Zandvoort

In January Zandvoort generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Zandvoort →

The Hague

In January The Hague generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
50 hours
67 hours
91 hours
Monthly rainfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
76 mm (3 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in The Hague →

Rotterdam

In January Rotterdam generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
54 hours
68 hours
91 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Rotterdam →

Maastricht

In January Maastricht generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
55 hours
68 hours
88 hours
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Maastricht →

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In our records: the Netherlands January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in the Netherlands in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in the Netherlands dropped to -22°C (-8°F) in Groningen on January 5, 1979.
  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in the Netherlands was -13°C (9°F) in Winterswijk on January 14, 1987.
  • From our sources, the wettest January day in the Netherlands brought 370 mm (15 in) in Maastricht on January 15, 2000.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Netherlands in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Amsterdam 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Zandvoort 7°C (45°F) 3°C (37°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Rotterdam 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Maastricht 7°C (45°F) 1°C (34°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
De Koog 8°C (46°F) 4°C (39°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Groningen 6°C (43°F) 1°C (34°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)

The Netherlands weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Netherlands in January?

the Netherlands typically experiences poor weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Amsterdam average around 7°C (45°F), and temperatures drop to about 2°C (36°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Netherlands in January?

Daytime temperatures in Amsterdam peak at roughly 7°C (45°F) in January, dropping to about 2°C (36°F) overnight.

Does the Netherlands get a lot of rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Netherlands during January, with Amsterdam averaging close to 77 mm (3 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit the Netherlands?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit the Netherlands due to the typically poor weather in Amsterdam.

Generally speaking, June, July and August provide perfect weather in Amsterdam. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in the Netherlands.

Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to the Netherlands? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in the Netherlands.

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