Early autumn · Weather & things to do
Amsterdam in September
Amsterdam cools off: highs slip to 65°F (18°C), from 70°F in August, with lows of 54°F (12°C) and about 2.8 in (70 mm) of rain.
At 84/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 65°F (18°C)
- Avg low
- 54°F (12°C)
- Rain
- 2.8 in (70 mm)
- Humidity
- 82%
- Cloud cover
- 67%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 23 min
- Comfort score
- 84/100 · Great
What September feels like
Days are mild at around 65°F (18°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 54°F (12°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 2.8 in (70 mm).
Plan around September
September is one of Amsterdam's best months on the climate data.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, July – September.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by October, the score drops to 70/100.
- Comfort improves from 81/100 in August to 84/100.
- September sits inside the Apr – Jun, Sep window our Amsterdam to Bruges by Rail route recommends.
What to pack for September
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 54°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.8 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Amsterdam in September
September is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Vondelpark
City park of ponds and lawns, busy with cyclists and picnickers.
Why now September scores 84/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Zaanse Schans
Working windmills and wooden houses on the Zaan river, 20 minutes by train.
Why now Highs near 65°F and 2.8 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Rijksmuseum
Dutch national museum with Rembrandt's Night Watch and Vermeer.
Café 't Smalle
Brown café on a canal with a waterside terrace.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Winkel 43
Corner café famous for tall Dutch apple pie with whipped cream.
Nearby in September
- Ghent in September~104 mi · highs 67°F, 2.2 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Brussels in September~107 mi · highs 68°F, 2.2 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, drier
- Bruges in September~107 mi · highs 67°F, 2.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Cologne in September~132 mi · highs 69°F, 2.2 in rain · 2°C (4°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 September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Amsterdam?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 84/100. Expect highs of 65°F (18°C) and 2.8 in (70 mm) of rain. September is inside the Apr – Jun, Sep window our Amsterdam to Bruges by Rail route recommends.
How hot is Amsterdam in September?
Average highs are 65°F (18°C) and average lows 54°F (12°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Amsterdam in September?
Some: about 2.8 in (70 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 32.6 in (828 mm).
What should I pack for Amsterdam in September?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 54°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.8 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Amsterdam
Routes in season in September
- Amsterdam to Bruges by Rail Apr – Jun, Sep
Planning Amsterdam in September?
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