What’s the climate like in Amsterdam in February?
DutchAmsterdam.nl — February is the coldest month all through the Netherlands, and the coldest time of the 12 months to spend in Amsterdam.
And sure, on account of International Warming to this point February 2020 has been — and continues to be — exceptionally mild.
Usually the common excessive temperature is 6° Celsius (42.8° Fahrenheit), and the common low temperature is 0.5° Celsius (32.9° Fahrenheit).
The wind chill issue normally makes the looks like temperature 3-4 levels colder.
The excellent news is that February is one of many driest months, second solely to April which usually sees the smallest quantity of rainfall.
Till now the winter of 2019-202 has been reasonably gentle, by the best way. We had a really gentle January. To this point, February additionally has temperatures (effectively) above the long run averages.
When the timber are naked it’s a lot simpler to see and {photograph} the attractive gables, equivalent to right here on Prinsengracht
Amsterdam February Climate Forecast
Present
As a service to our guests we replace this web page with present climate forecasts all through the month of February.
At different instances in the course of the 12 months the data on the remainder of this web page will enable you to perceive what sort of climate you possibly can anticipate.
The place our climate data comes from
Our climate data relies on long-term averages as reported by varied meteorological providers, together with the Royal Netherlands Meteorological Institute (KNMI).
Common Low And Excessive Temperatures in February
| Regular Common Low and Excessive Temperatures in February in Amsterdam | ||
|---|---|---|
| February 1-10 | 1° Celsius (33.8° Fahrenheit) | 6° Celsius (42.8° Fahrenheit) |
| February 11-20 | -0.2° Celsius (31.64° Fahrenheit) | 5.4° Celsius (41.72° Fahrenheit) |
| February 21-28 | 0.7° Celsius (33.26° Fahrenheit) | Max. 6.5° Celsius (43.7° Fahrenheit) |
Issues To Do
Even in February, a number of vacationers go to Amsterdam. Ebook museums, excursions and activities forward of time:
Resorts
Lodge costs are comparatively low throughout this time of the 12 months. Take benefit by booking your hotel as early as doable.
Keep in mind Valentine’s Day: Wednesday, February 14.
Seen the climate forecast? Now you’ll perceive why we’ve got so many museums (and pubs)
Ice skating on the canals of Amsterdam?
Usually in February the common day-time temperature in Amsterdam is 2.4º Celsius (36.32º Fahrenheit) – however wind and fog (and sure, storm) could make it really feel a lot colder than that.
The nights are very chilly, with temperatures normally beneath freezing.
Ice skating enjoyable on Prinsengracht, February 2012
Amsterdam climate in February isn’t fairly the identical from 12 months to 12 months, although.
In 2012 in the course of the second week of February we had a deep-freeze the likes of which we had not skilled in about ten years. Folks had been ice skating on the canals of Amsterdam (video). (And check out wintery Amsterdam as seen from the air).
February of 2013 — 2016 introduced no such skating alternatives.
There’s loads to see and do in Amsterdam any time of the 12 months.
That’s why vacationers go to all 12 months spherical.
The sooner you search for a resort, the wider the choice. [View Amsterdam hotels on a map]
The winter of early 2014 was one of many mildest for the reason that Dutch began holding a report of the climate — in 1706. Thoughts you, it was nonetheless chilly, however not practically as chilly as regular. And no, no ice skating on the canals in any way.
February 2017 was gentle and fairly somber, and the ice skates stayed within the closet.
Anyway, on common in February you possibly can anticipate 78 hours of sunshine in Amsterdam, in comparison with 51 in January and 42 in December. However don’t make the error of considering sunny days are heat. They’re sunny and chilly.
What to put on in Amsterdam in February
While you go to Amsterdam in the course of the month of February convey heat garments, together with long-sleeved sweaters, sweats, and a winter proof coat or jacket.
Thermal underwear is just not a luxurious. Neither are leggings, heat socks and padded insoles.
Come ready to decorate in layers, as a result of espresso homes, coffeeshops, eating places, café’s and houses can be cozily heat.
Ideas
- For those who desire to journey gentle you possibly can all the time decide up a pair of earmuffs, together with knitted winter gear (hats, scarfs, mittens) at downtown memento outlets. For cheap fundamental heat underwear store at any HEMA or Zeeman division retailer. You’ll discover a HEMA proper inside Amsterdam Central Station
- The timber are nonetheless naked, permitting a a lot better view of the gabled canal-side homes than you get throughout spring and summer season. Make the most of a sunny day for a canal tour (See the pictures/filming tip there). For those who desire to stroll alongside the canals, stroll on the shadow facet so you possibly can take images of the sunny facet.
- While you discover town, avoid fast-food retailers, and as an alternative heat up at a café or two. Right here’s how the locals do it. And, for the love of espresso, stay away from Starbucks.
Amsterdam Climate Details: February
Temperatures
• Common lows: -1° C (30.2° F)
• Common highs: 5.5° C (42° F)
Dawn & Sundown
• February 1 – 8:22 a.m. / 5:27 p.m.
• February 28 – 7:31 a.m. / 6:17 p.m.
Rainfall
• Common 44mm (1.7 inches) in 72 hours
Suffice it to say that he is aware of when to remain indoors with a freshly brewed cup of espresso, some jazz and soul on the radio, and a pot of chili on the range.
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