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Best time to visit: April, May, September, October
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 6.2 | 1.2 | 67 | 12 |
| Feb | 6.9 | 1.0 | 55 | 11 |
| Mar | 10.1 | 2.8 | 52 | 10 |
| Apr | 14.3 | 5.2 | 40 | 9 |
| May | 17.8 | 8.6 | 54 | 9 |
| Jun | 20.3 | 11.3 | 65 | 10 |
| Jul | 22.5 | 13.5 | 82 | 11 |
| Aug | 22.4 | 13.4 | 99 | 12 |
| Sep | 19.2 | 11.0 | 84 | 11 |
| Oct | 14.7 | 7.7 | 87 | 12 |
| Nov | 10.0 | 4.5 | 85 | 13 |
| Dec | 6.9 | 1.9 | 82 | 14 |
Averages for 1991–2020, not a forecast. Source: WMO climate normals (Amsterdam Schiphol Ap, 9 km from Amsterdam).
April, May, September and October are usually the best months to visit Amsterdam. Average daytime highs range from about 6°C in January to 23°C in July.
Plan from about US$63 a day on a backpacker budget to around US$141 for a typical visitor, covering accommodation, meals and local transport. These are estimates and vary by season.
Public transport includes metro, bus and tram and is rated excellent. Ride-hailing is available through Uber. Walkability scores 90/100.
The nearest airport is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, about 20 km away. Transfer options include train, taxi and bus.
Overall safety is rated high. Watch for pickpocketing in tourist areas. Areas generally considered safe include Jordaan and De Pijp. Check official travel advice before you go.
4G/5G coverage is provided by KPN, Vodafone and T-Mobile, rated excellent. Plan for about 1.2 GB a day for maps, messaging and social media. A Netherlands travel eSIM lets you get online on arrival without buying a local SIM.
Tap water is generally considered drinkable. If in doubt, follow local advice or choose bottled water.
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