Our verdict
The best time to visit Rotterdam is May
In summer, the temperature in Rotterdam can rise as high as 26℃ (78℉). In the colder months such as January, temperatures usually get down to an average minimum of 2℃ (36℉).
If you’re keen to work on your tan in Rotterdam, you’re most likely get the longest days between sun-up and sun-down around July. You don’t want to get wet on your holiday, do you? Well if you’re trying to avoid the rain, then steer clear of Rotterdam in February. Head over there in April instead if you want to increase your chances of not being rained on.
Keep reading to learn more about the best times to go to Rotterdam, including detailed weather information and tools to help you find and book great deals on your travel.
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Rotterdam seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Rotterdam as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Rotterdam is in the Northern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Summer | June to August |
| Autumn/fall | September to November |
| Winter | December to February |
| Spring | March to May |
Average temperatures in Rotterdam
If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Rotterdam for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.
Rotterdam climate by month
If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Rotterdam for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.
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Rotterdam in January
- Average temperature: 4℃ (39℉)
- Average high temperature: 6℃ (42℉)
- Average low temperature: 3℃ (37℉)
- Average humidity: 84%
- Average sunny days: 16 days
- Average rainfall: 17mm (1") over 11 days
- Average snow days: 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Rotterdam in January, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Rotterdam in February
- Average temperature: 4℃ (40℉)
- Average high temperature: 6℃ (44℉)
- Average low temperature: 2℃ (36℉)
- Average humidity: 81%
- Average sunny days: 14 days
- Average rainfall: 22mm (1") over 9 days
- Average snow days: 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Rotterdam in February, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Rotterdam in March
- Average temperature: 7℃ (44℉)
- Average high temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
- Average low temperature: 4℃ (39℉)
- Average humidity: 77%
- Average sunny days: 16 days
- Average rainfall: 18mm (1") over 12 days
- Average snow days: 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Rotterdam in March, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Rotterdam in April
- Average temperature: 11℃ (51℉)
- Average high temperature: 14℃ (58℉)
- Average low temperature: 7℃ (44℉)
- Average humidity: 73%
- Average sunny days: 18 days
- Average rainfall: 9mm (0") over 10 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Rotterdam in April, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Rotterdam in May
- Average temperature: 13℃ (56℉)
- Average high temperature: 17℃ (62℉)
- Average low temperature: 9℃ (49℉)
- Average humidity: 74%
- Average sunny days: 15 days
- Average rainfall: 13mm (1") over 12 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Rotterdam in May, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Rotterdam in June
- Average temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
- Average high temperature: 20℃ (67℉)
- Average low temperature: 12℃ (54℉)
- Average humidity: 77%
- Average sunny days: 14 days
- Average rainfall: 16mm (1") over 11 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Rotterdam in June, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie.
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Rotterdam in July
- Average temperature: 18℃ (65℉)
- Average high temperature: 22℃ (71℉)
- Average low temperature: 15℃ (58℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 17mm (1") over 13 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Rotterdam in July, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Rotterdam in August
- Average temperature: 18℃ (65℉)
- Average high temperature: 22℃ (71℉)
- Average low temperature: 15℃ (59℉)
- Average humidity: 75%
- Average sunny days: 15 days
- Average rainfall: 15mm (1") over 11 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Rotterdam in August, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Rotterdam in September
- Average temperature: 16℃ (60℉)
- Average high temperature: 19℃ (66℉)
- Average low temperature: 13℃ (55℉)
- Average humidity: 78%
- Average sunny days: 17 days
- Average rainfall: 13mm (1") over 9 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Rotterdam in September, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie.
Rotterdam in October
- Average temperature: 12℃ (54℉)
- Average high temperature: 15℃ (59℉)
- Average low temperature: 10℃ (49℉)
- Average humidity: 81%
- Average sunny days: 17 days
- Average rainfall: 15mm (1") over 10 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Rotterdam in October, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Rotterdam in November
- Average temperature: 8℃ (47℉)
- Average high temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
- Average low temperature: 6℃ (43℉)
- Average humidity: 83%
- Average sunny days: 17 days
- Average rainfall: 15mm (1") over 10 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Rotterdam in November, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Rotterdam in December
- Average temperature: 6℃ (42℉)
- Average high temperature: 7℃ (45℉)
- Average low temperature: 4℃ (39℉)
- Average humidity: 85%
- Average sunny days: 15 days
- Average rainfall: 20mm (1") over 11 days
- Average snow days: 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Rotterdam in December, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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