What’s the climate like in Rotterdam?
The current climate of Rotterdam features average monthly temperatures ranging from highs of 23°C during the day to lows of 8°C. The average yearly temperature is around 16°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 3°C and in the warmer months around 15°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Rotterdam in recent years was 38°C in July 2019. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was -5°C in February 2021.
On average, Rotterdam gets 825 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 5,0 cm is snowfall. For comparison, London gets 701 mm of precipitation each year.
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Best time to visit Rotterdam?
The best time to visit Rotterdam for sunny weather is May through September. During this period, you'll have good temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Rotterdam. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
Climate Table of Rotterdam
The climate table of Rotterdam shows the average temperatures, precipitation, snow, and UV index per month. The table gives an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of precipitation in millimetres, the total snowfall in centimetres, and the UV index for each month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 8 | 9 | 11 | 14 | 18 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 20 | 16 | 11 | 9 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 3 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 10 | 13 | 15 | 15 | 12 | 10 | 6 | 4 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 78 | 62 | 51 | 40 | 50 | 74 | 62 | 77 | 83 | 88 | 86 | 74 |
| Snow (cm) | 1,3 | 1,1 | 0,7 | 0,1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,8 |
| UV Index | 1 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 6 | 3 | 6 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 16°C
- Highest temperature: 23°C in July and August
- Lowest temperature: 8°C in January
- Precipitation*: 825 mm per year, averaging 69 mm per month
- Snowfall: 5,0 cm per year
- Driest months: 40 mm in April, 50 mm in May and 51 mm in March
- Wettest months: 88 mm in October, 86 mm in November and 83 mm in September
*Precipitation is measured as a combination of rain, snow, and hail
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Average Temperature per Month in Rotterdam
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Rotterdam, Netherlands. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Rotterdam
This graph shows how much precipitation Rotterdam, Netherlands, gets on average per month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of precipitation is measured in millimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded precipitation per month from past years.
Average Snowfall per Month in Rotterdam
This graph shows how much snow Rotterdam, Netherlands, gets on average per month. The amount of snowfall is measured in centimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded snowfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Rotterdam
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Rotterdam, Netherlands. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Rotterdam
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Rotterdam, Netherlands. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Rotterdam
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Rotterdam, Netherlands, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimetres, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Total Yearly Snowfall in Rotterdam
This chart shows the total yearly snowfall in Rotterdam, Netherlands, over the past few years. The total yearly snowfall, measured in centimetres, is the sum of all the snow that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Rotterdam
The weather in Rotterdam is rated an average of 3,1 out of 5 stars by 7 visitors. Have you been to Rotterdam? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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From cool rainy days to warm sunshine, everything was unpredictable. Make sure you are prepared for both scenarios. The average temperature was around 20 degrees Celsius, which was fairly bearable.— This text is automatically translated to English
Cool days alternated with sunny spells, ideal for active recreation. The occasional rain shower typical of the Netherlands occasionally caused inconvenience.— This text is automatically translated to English
Obviously not an ideal option for active recreation, but it made the city interesting and lively.— This text is automatically translated to English
The days were cold and grey and it rained regularly. If you like winter weather, you may appreciate this, but it limits your outdoor activities.— This text is automatically translated to English
Rain and wind regularly caused discomfort, but occasional snow showers provided atmospheric winter magic. In short: make sure to wear warm clothes!— This text is automatically translated to English
Sunny, warm days alternated with rainy, cold days. Temperatures were between 10 and 20 degrees Celsius. Not bad, but it could certainly be more consistent.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Rotterdam by Month
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