Monthly climate guide
Amsterdam weather in February
With highs near 6°C (43°F) and lows around 1°C (34°F), February feels cold in Amsterdam. Rainfall averages about 58 mm (some rain) and the sky is often cloudy. Daytime highs are about the same as January and 3°C cooler than March.
What stands out in February
- In Amsterdam, February is late winter.
- February is among Amsterdam's three coolest months.
- Days and nights are close, only about 5°C apart.
- Dress warmly for Anne Frank House: short, cold days are the norm.
Avg high
6°C
43°F
Avg low
1°C
34°F
Rainfall
58 mm
some rain
Humidity
89%
relative
Sky
74%
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 February
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is February 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 February
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Amsterdam in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Amsterdam?
February is cool in Amsterdam, with highs around 6°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Amsterdam in February?
Average highs are about 6°C (43°F) and average lows about 1°C (34°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Amsterdam in February?
Amsterdam typically gets around 58 mm of rain in February — 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.