Best Time to Visit Rotterdam
The best months to visit Rotterdam are Jun, Aug, Sep. Here is the full monthly breakdown.
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Best Months: Jun, Aug, Sep
These months offer the best balance of comfortable temperatures and low rainfall for visiting Rotterdam. Expect highs of 22°C to 23°C to 20°C with relatively dry conditions.
Warmest Month
August
23°C high
Coldest Month
January
2°C low
Driest Month
May
12 rain days
Wettest Month
July
21 rain days
Monthly Weather
January
High: 7°C / Low: 2°C
17 rain days
February
High: 9°C / Low: 4°C
14 rain days
March
High: 11°C / Low: 4°C
16 rain days
April
High: 14°C / Low: 7°C
15 rain days
May
High: 18°C / Low: 10°C
12 rain days
June
High: 22°C / Low: 14°C
13 rain days
July
High: 22°C / Low: 15°C
21 rain days
August
High: 23°C / Low: 15°C
14 rain days
September
High: 20°C / Low: 13°C
14 rain days
October
High: 16°C / Low: 11°C
19 rain days
November
High: 10°C / Low: 6°C
19 rain days
December
High: 8°C / Low: 5°C
14 rain days
Tourist Seasons in Rotterdam
Peak Season
June, August, September
- +Best weather conditions
- +Most activities and events
- -Higher prices and larger crowds
- -Book accommodation well in advance
Shoulder Season
May, July, October
- +Good weather, fewer tourists
- +Better value for accommodation
- +More authentic local experiences
- ~Some attractions may have reduced hours
Off Season
January, February, March, April, November, December
- +Lowest prices of the year
- +No crowds at attractions
- -Weather may be less favourable
- -Some seasonal businesses may close
Month-by-Month Breakdown
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 7°C | 2°C | 17 | Off Season |
February | 9°C | 4°C | 14 | Off Season |
March | 11°C | 4°C | 16 | Off Season |
April | 14°C | 7°C | 15 | Off Season |
May | 18°C | 10°C | 12 | Shoulder Season |
June★ | 22°C | 14°C | 13 | Peak Season |
July | 22°C | 15°C | 21 | Shoulder Season |
August★ | 23°C | 15°C | 14 | Peak Season |
September★ | 20°C | 13°C | 14 | Peak Season |
October | 16°C | 11°C | 19 | Shoulder Season |
November | 10°C | 6°C | 19 | Off Season |
December | 8°C | 5°C | 14 | Off Season |
Season Timeline
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