Monthly climate guide
Amsterdam weather in August
Expect warm weather in Amsterdam in August: afternoons reach about 21°C (71°F), while nights drop to around 15°C (59°F). Around 78 mm of rain falls over the month (some rain), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are about the same as July and 3°C warmer than September.
What stands out in August
- Amsterdam is usually about 2°C warmer than Zandvoort, 30 km away, in August.
- August brings late summer to Amsterdam.
- Good walking weather for combining Jordaan District and Rijksmuseum in one day.
August is typically Amsterdam's warmest month.
Avg high
21°C
71°F
Avg low
15°C
59°F
Rainfall
78 mm
some rain
Humidity
79%
relative
Sky
67%
cloud · often cloudy
Amsterdam weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C / 42°F | 2°C / 35°F | 74 mm | 91% | 79% |
| February | 6°C / 43°F | 1°C / 34°F | 58 mm | 89% | 74% |
| March | 9°C / 48°F | 3°C / 37°F | 47 mm | 86% | 69% |
| April | 13°C / 55°F | 6°C / 42°F | 38 mm | 80% | 65% |
| May | 16°C / 62°F | 9°C / 49°F | 52 mm | 79% | 66% |
| June | 19°C / 67°F | 13°C / 55°F | 72 mm | 79% | 71% |
| July | 21°C / 70°F | 15°C / 58°F | 76 mm | 78% | 69% |
| August | 21°C / 71°F | 15°C / 59°F | 78 mm | 79% | 67% |
| September | 19°C / 65°F | 12°C / 54°F | 67 mm | 81% | 66% |
| October | 15°C / 58°F | 9°C / 49°F | 82 mm | 86% | 73% |
| November | 10°C / 49°F | 6°C / 42°F | 66 mm | 91% | 77% |
| December | 7°C / 45°F | 4°C / 39°F | 86 mm | 92% | 81% |
What to pack for August
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is August a good time to visit Amsterdam?
Our Amsterdam guide recommends: April for tulip season, or May to September for the mildest, driest weather.
Book Anne Frank House and Rijksmuseum tickets online well in advance — both regularly sell out, especially in summer.
Best time to visit Amsterdam →Other Netherlands cities in August
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Amsterdam in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Amsterdam?
August is a reasonable time for Amsterdam: highs around 21°C and about 78 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Amsterdam in August?
Average highs are about 21°C (71°F) and average lows about 15°C (59°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Amsterdam in August?
Amsterdam typically gets around 78 mm of rain in August — some rain.
When is the best time to visit Amsterdam?
April for tulip season, or May to September for the mildest, driest weather.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Amsterdam (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.