Bulb District / Bollenstreek Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Bulb District / Bollenstreek, the Netherlands in October.

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Haarlem Leiden Katwijk Noordwijk

Planning a getaway to the Bulb District / Bollenstreek, the Netherlands this October 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 Bulb District / Bollenstreek in October

The Bulb District / Bollenstreek, the Netherlands is a region in the Netherlands. October in the Bulb District / Bollenstreek generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 15°C (59°F) and nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) in Haarlem.

To explore the conditions in the Bulb District / Bollenstreek, the Netherlands in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Leiden with an average of 92 mm (3.6 in) to high rainfall in Noordwijk with 106 mm (4.2 in). Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Haarlem receives the most rainfall during this month of the year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Haarlem typically sees 109 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

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Best Places to Visit in the Bulb District / Bollenstreek in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Bulb District / Bollenstreek.

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 Bulb District / Bollenstreek

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in the Bulb District / Bollenstreek, the Netherlands?

Temperature range in the Bulb District / Bollenstreek (October)

Precipitation variation in the Bulb District / Bollenstreek (October)

Haarlem

In October Haarlem generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
134 hours
109 hours
63 hours
Monthly rainfall
101 mm (4 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
20 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Haarlem →

Leiden

In October Leiden generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
144 hours
108 hours
64 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Leiden →

Katwijk

In October Katwijk generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
144 hours
108 hours
64 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Katwijk →

Noordwijk

In October Noordwijk generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
144 hours
108 hours
64 hours
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Noordwijk →

Noordwijkerhout

In October Noordwijkerhout generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
144 hours
108 hours
64 hours
Monthly rainfall
101 mm (4 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Noordwijkerhout →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Bulb District / Bollenstreek, in the Netherlands.

Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Bulb District / Bollenstreek in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Haarlem 15°C (59°F) 10°C (50°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Leiden 15°C (59°F) 9°C (48°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Katwijk 15°C (59°F) 10°C (50°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Noordwijk 15°C (59°F) 10°C (50°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
Noordwijkerhout 15°C (59°F) 10°C (50°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Lisse 15°C (59°F) 10°C (50°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)

The Bulb District / Bollenstreek weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Bulb District / Bollenstreek, the Netherlands in October?

Expect unpleasant weather across the Bulb District / Bollenstreek, the Netherlands in October. The popular destination of Haarlem averages 15°C (59°F) by day and 10°C (50°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in the Bulb District / Bollenstreek, the Netherlands in October?

Daytime temperatures in Haarlem peak at roughly 15°C (59°F) in October, dropping to about 10°C (50°F) overnight.

Does the Bulb District / Bollenstreek, the Netherlands get a lot of rain in October?

the Bulb District / Bollenstreek, the Netherlands sees substantial rainfall in October. Haarlem typically averages about 104 mm (4.1 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is October a Good Time to Visit the Bulb District / Bollenstreek, the Netherlands?

In our opinion, October may not be the ideal time to visit the Bulb District / Bollenstreek, the Netherlands due to the typically unpleasant weather in Haarlem.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July offering mostly perfect weather in Haarlem. The weather in January, February, March and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

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