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Amsterdam in July
Amsterdam's warmest month brings highs averaging 70°F (21°C), lows of 58°F (15°C) and about 3.2 in (81 mm) of rain.
At 82/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 70°F (21°C)
- Avg low
- 58°F (15°C)
- Rain
- 3.2 in (81 mm)
- Humidity
- 79%
- Cloud cover
- 69%
- Daylight
- ~16 h 06 min
- Comfort score
- 82/100 · Great
What July feels like
Warm afternoons near 70°F (21°C) make long days outdoors easy.
Lows average 58°F (15°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.2 in (81 mm).
Long days help: there are roughly 16 h 06 min of daylight mid-month.
Plan around July
July is one of Amsterdam's best months on the climate data.
- First warm month: highs reach 70°F, up from 67°F in June.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (July – September), which brings about 9.5 in (241 mm) in total.
- Comfort holds steady from June (84 → 82/100).
- Our Amsterdam to Bruges by Rail route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clothes70°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.2 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Amsterdam in July
July is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Café 't Smalle
Brown café on a canal with a waterside terrace.
Why now July scores 82/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Vondelpark
City park of ponds and lawns, busy with cyclists and picnickers.
Why now Highs near 70°F and 3.2 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Zaanse Schans
Working windmills and wooden houses on the Zaan river, 20 minutes by train.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Van Gogh Museum
Largest Van Gogh collection, tracing his life in paintings and letters.
Winkel 43
Corner café famous for tall Dutch apple pie with whipped cream.
Nearby in July
- Ghent in July~104 mi · highs 74°F, 3.0 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Brussels in July~107 mi · highs 75°F, 3.0 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Bruges in July~107 mi · highs 72°F, 2.9 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Cologne in July~132 mi · highs 77°F, 3.0 in rain · 4°C (7°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Amsterdam in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Amsterdam?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 82/100. Expect highs of 70°F (21°C) and 3.2 in (81 mm) of rain. Our Amsterdam to Bruges by Rail route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep, so July is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Amsterdam in July?
Average highs are 70°F (21°C) and average lows 58°F (15°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Amsterdam in July?
Some: about 3.2 in (81 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 32.6 in (828 mm).
What should I pack for Amsterdam in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (70°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.2 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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