Amsterdam in August
7.7out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 26°C. Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days.
26°CAvg high
16°CAvg low
10Rainy days (89 mm)
13:46 hDaylight
06:08Sunrise · 19:54 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 26°C
- Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in August varies a lot between years (±3.0 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -1°C | -10°C | 84 mm | 10 | – | – | 3.7 |
| February | 0°C | -9°C | 75 mm | 9 | – | – | 3.8 |
| March | 5°C | -4°C | 98 mm | 11 | – | – | 4.4 |
| April | 13°C | 3°C | 105 mm | 12 | – | – | 5.9 |
| May | 20°C | 9°C | 99 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.9 |
| June | 24°C | 14°C | 109 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.3 |
| July | 26°C | 16°C | 93 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.5 |
| August | 26°C | 16°C | 89 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.7 |
| September | 22°C | 12°C | 91 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.8 |
| October | 15°C | 6°C | 112 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.3 |
| November | 8°C | 0°C | 89 mm | 10 | – | – | 5.2 |
| December | 2°C | -5°C | 103 mm | 11 | – | – | 3.7 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Amsterdam in August?
Daytime highs average 26°C and nights about 16°C.
When is the best time to visit Amsterdam?
The best months are September, August, July, June.