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Best Time to Visit Holland

On the climate data, the best time to visit Holland is June – September, scoring up to 78/100 with highs around 70°F (21°C) and 3.2 in (82 mm) of rain in September. May and October are good shoulder-season months. The toughest months are March and December & January, mainly because of cool days.

Holland, Michigan, United States
Best months
Jun – Sep
Shoulder
May and Oct
Toughest
Mar and Dec & Jan
Warmest
Aug · 76°F
Coldest nights
Feb · 23°F
Wettest
Oct · 4.4 in
Driest
Feb · 2.4 in

Holland weather by month

Highs run from 31°F to 76°F across the year, and the yearly total is about 38.5 in (978 mm) of rain and snow.

5°14°23°32°41°50°59°68°77°31°Jan32°Feb39°Mar49°Apr58°May68°Jun75°Jul76°Aug70°Sep58°Oct46°Nov36°Dec075150
Daily low → high (°F)Monthly rain (mm, right axis)Best months
Monthly climate averages for Holland, 2001–2025
MonthJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Avg high31°F0°C32°F0°C39°F4°C49°F10°C58°F15°C68°F20°C75°F24°C76°F24°C70°F21°C58°F14°C46°F8°C36°F2°C
Avg low23°F-5°C23°F-5°C28°F-2°C37°F3°C46°F8°C57°F14°C65°F18°C65°F19°C59°F15°C47°F9°C38°F3°C29°F-2°C
Rain/snow2.5 in64 mm2.4 in60 mm2.5 in64 mm3.8 in97 mm4.1 in103 mm3.5 in88 mm3.0 in77 mm3.4 in86 mm3.2 in82 mm4.4 in113 mm3.0 in75 mm2.7 in69 mm
Humidity87%85%82%80%82%81%78%77%76%78%81%85%
Cloud85%82%84%89%88%85%82%78%69%73%76%84%
Comfort394039486376727378665039

Source: NASA POWER (public domain), 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km satellite and reanalysis grid, so coasts and valleys can differ from what's shown. The grid cell sits at about 192 m (630 ft), close to Holland's own ~186 m. Precipitation includes snow as melted water; daylight is calculated from latitude. Check a forecast before you go.

How we pick the best months

  • Temperature (40 pts): full marks for average daytime highs of 64–81°F (18–27°C); minus 3 points per °C below and 4 per °C above.
  • Rain (25 pts): full marks up to 40 mm (1.6 in) a month, falling to zero at 250 mm (9.8 in).
  • Humidity (15 pts): only counts when it is warm (mean above 18°C); minus 0.75 points per % above 70% relative humidity.
  • Cloud (20 pts): full marks at 30% cloud cover or less, falling to zero at 90%.
Best months: within 6 points of the top (or 85+). Shoulder: within 18 and at least 45. Toughest: within 6 of the lowest. Comfort only; crowds, prices, festivals and openings aren't scored.

Holland season by season

Winter Dec – Feb

The coldest season, with highs of 31–36°F (0–2°C) and lows down to 23°F (-5°C). It's the driest season, with only about 7.6 in (193 mm) of rain or snow, 20% of the year's total. January & February are cold enough for snow. Comfort scores bottom out in December & January; the season averages 39/100.

Spring Mar – May

Temperatures climb through the season, from 39°F highs in March to 58°F by May. About 10.4 in (264 mm) of rain falls across these months, 27% of the year's total. Nights dip below freezing in March. It holds the toughest stretch on our comfort score (March), averaging 50/100.

Summer Jun – Aug

Peak warmth: highs of 68–76°F (20–24°C). About 9.9 in (251 mm) of rain falls across these months, 26% of the year's total. July & August feel humid, with humidity near 78%. Comfort peaks here: June – August rank with the year's best, and the season averages 74/100.

Autumn Sep – Nov

Temperatures slide from 70°F highs in September to 46°F by November. It's the wettest season, with about 10.6 in (270 mm) of rain, 28% of the year's total. Lows bottom out around 38°F (3°C). September is among the best-scoring months (season average 65/100).

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Plan by month

By comfort score: 2 Great, 4 Good, 2 Fair and 4 Tough. Great months: June and September. Tap a month for its own guide.

Holland weather questions

When is the best time to visit Holland?

On the climate data, the best time to visit Holland is June – September, scoring up to 78/100 with highs around 70°F (21°C) and 3.2 in (82 mm) of rain in September. May and October are good shoulder-season months. The toughest months are March and December & January, mainly because of cool days.

What is the rainiest month in Holland?

October is the wettest month, averaging about 4.4 in (113 mm) of rain. February is the driest, with about 2.4 in (60 mm). The yearly total is around 38.5 in (978 mm).

What is the coldest month in Holland?

February is the coldest, with average lows of 23°F (-5°C) and highs of 32°F (0°C). The warmest is August, with average highs of 76°F (24°C).

Is Holland humid in summer?

Yes: in July & August humidity averages 78% with warm temperatures, so it feels muggy. Summer highs peak around 76°F (24°C).

Does it get below freezing in Holland?

On average, yes: lows fall below 32°F (0°C) in December – March, bottoming out around 23°F (-5°C) in February.

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