Amsterdam Weather

WEATHER IN AMSTERDAM


      
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Amsterdam has a gentle and damp climate but the weather varies with temperature extremes even in summer also. Amsterdam is situated on the river Amstel and is   2 meters above the sea level; therefore it enjoys a temperate climate. The climate of Amsterdam is influenced   by the North Sea also to the   west with prevailing North Western winds and gales. Therefore the climate here is mostly mild. Oscillation in weather and temperature could   be experienced in the same day due to its geographic conditions.

  In winter the temperature is mild and rarely drops below 0°C or becomes too hot in summer. If it is spring or summer season it is better to   hold an umbrella for an inevitable shower. Totally clear days are rare here. Spring and autumn especially bring changeable, unsettled weather. Clear, frosty days are the norm, in the winter months. The coldest months are from December to March. Rain is likely all round the year. Spring and autumn season are the best season if you don’t like crowds.

Weather is pleasant during May to October with perfect temp for sight seeing and enjoying walk. The average summer temperature is about 22ºC. Due to the presence of massive crowd in this season the city is in its best and different look and its beauty gets complementary with the sight of busy pavement cafes, a number of festivals and a happy animated atmosphere.

Summer is a good time to visit Amsterdam, as the weather is usually good. August is the warmest month with an average temperature   between 21º C-12ºC. The humidity also doesn’t get so high that it becomes an unbearable climate. Half of the day it is almost raining and sun often remains behind the clouds. As the rain only last for a part of day so it is not going to ruin one’s trip. Summer evenings in parks or grand cafes are pleasurable one and could be an excellent experience, as it stays light out until around 10 p.m. Thus in these months days are longer and you can enjoy a massive crowd here.

Another good time to visit Amsterdam is from April to May. This season is well known as the season of Spring Tulip and Daffodil season. April month is the driest month of the year and have an average temperature of about 12°C – 4ºC. To visit Amsterdam in these days is a pleasant experience as it is not much cooler and a bit rainy weather. October and November are the rainiest months with an average temperature of about 14ºC -7ºC.

It is hard to predicate the weather in winter season in Amsterdam then also it is again a breathtaking season for tourism.   Although the snowfall is rarely seen but the sight of thin layer of snow over the city is mind blowing. February is the coldest month with the temperature of 6ºC-0ºC. Average temperature in mid-winter in Amsterdam only reach about 5ºc. As the rush is not much in this season so the hotel rates are reasonable. Thus there is a possibility to save money. The days are shorter in this season but the tourist attractions remains open according to their schedule.

It could be a delightful bright day with beautiful, crisp and cold sunshine or there may be damp sprinkle. But there is nothing to afraid of winter if you are wrapped up warm carefully. In summer also, the temperature could fall suddenly so it is better to carry a jacket and a light sweater along with an umbrella. Rain is evenly spread out throughout the year and it has nearly 200 rainy days a year. The Atlantic influence also affects the temperature of Amsterdam and is responsible for the variation in temperature.

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