What June feels like in Amsterdam
In Amsterdam, June brings early summer. Afternoons are mild and comfortable for most people in light layers. Little changes after sunset — nights are cool, only slightly below the daytime level. The air is fairly humid, though at these temperatures it rarely feels oppressive.
Rain in Amsterdam in June
Expect a mix of dry and wet days, with rain about one day in 3. Each rainy day adds about 5.8 mm (0.2 in), a proper wetting rather than a sprinkle. That is close to Amsterdam's typical rain per wet day for the whole year (about 5.5 mm).
Daylight and sunshine in June
In mid-June, sunrise is at about 5:17 am and sunset at about 10:03 pm (local time) — 16 h 46 min of daylight. The days are stretching out — 1 h 5 min more daylight than mid-May. The sun is out for roughly 70% of those daylight hours, so there are plenty of bright spells.
How June compares to the rest of the year
In Amsterdam's temperature order, June sits as the 3rd warmest month. Afternoons run 2.9°C (5.2°F) warmer than in May, with 1 mm more rain. The warm-up continues into July. July averages a high of 21.4°C (70.5°F).
Who June suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — the weather rarely gets in the way of a city walk.
- Parks & outdoor: a good fit — good conditions for sitting outside.
- Beach: less ideal — too many rainy days.
Tips for visiting Amsterdam in June
Rain Protection
A compact umbrella and a light waterproof jacket.
Sunglasses
Bright days make sunglasses worth packing.
Quick questions
How warm is Amsterdam in June?
It feels mild: typical highs are 19.7°C (67.5°F), with lows near 12.7°C (54.9°F).
Does it rain a lot in Amsterdam in June?
Yes, fairly — rain falls about one day in 3 and totals about 70 mm, so an umbrella is worth carrying.
What should I wear in Amsterdam in June?
Pack rain protection and sunglasses. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is June or July better for visiting Amsterdam?
June, narrowly: it ranks #2 of 12 among Amsterdam's months, against #4 for the other. July is warmer and has more rainy days.
