🇬🇧 London vs 🇳🇱 Amsterdam

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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London

broken clouds

55°F

Broken Clouds

Feels like 54°F

H 57°F / L 53°F

Humidity: 72%

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Amsterdam

few clouds

57°F

Few Clouds

Feels like 56°F

H 58°F / L 56°F

Humidity: 72%

Climate Overview

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London

Temperate oceanic — mild, cloudy, and notoriously changeable year-round

Best monthsJune, July, August, September
AvoidNovember, December, January
Annual rain23 inches (585 mm) — spread evenly year-round

London's weather is famously mild but grey. It rarely gets very hot or very cold, but expect cloud cover most of the year. Summer (June–August) brings the best sunshine and warmth. Rain falls year-round but rarely in heavy bursts.

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Amsterdam

Temperate oceanic — mild, cloudy, and rainy year-round

Best monthsMay, June, July, August
AvoidNovember, December, January
Annual rain32 inches (808 mm)

Amsterdam's North Sea climate means mild, grey, and frequently wet weather year-round. Summers are pleasant but unpredictable; winters are cold with fog and occasional ice on the canals (rare). The flat terrain and canals create wind exposure throughout the city.

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇬🇧 London🇳🇱 Amsterdam
Spring

45–61°F

March–May

43–63°F

March–May

Summer

63–73°F

June–August

59–72°F

June–August

Fall

49–61°F

September–November

48–63°F

September–November

Winter

38–46°F

December–February

35–43°F

December–February

London vs Amsterdam: Frequently Asked Questions

Does London or Amsterdam have better weather?

London and Amsterdam have very different climates. Temperate oceanic — mild, cloudy, and notoriously changeable year-round Amsterdam: Temperate oceanic — mild, cloudy, and rainy year-round. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit London vs Amsterdam?

Best time for London: June, July, August, September. Best time for Amsterdam: May, June, July, August.

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