Verdict: Good month
Amsterdam Weather in October
October is mild-to-cool in Amsterdam, topping out near 15°C (59°F) — comfortable with a layer on. It's also the wet side of the calendar: rain falls on about 18 days, so build flexibility into plans. Overall, October is a solid month to visit Amsterdam.
Average high
15°C / 59°F
Average low
10°C / 50°F
Rain days
~18
Precipitation
119 mm
What to pack for Amsterdam in October
- Layers — t-shirts under a light jacket or sweater
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 18 days
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
October against the rest of the year
Warmest in Amsterdam: Aug (22°C / 72°F) · Coolest: Jan (7°C / 45°F) · Wettest: Oct (~18 rain days)
7°
3°
Jan
9°
4°
Feb
10°
4°
Mar
13°
5°
Apr
17°
9°
May
21°
13°
Jun
21°
14°
Jul
22°
15°
Aug
20°
12°
Sep
15°
10°
Oct
11°
6°
Nov
8°
3°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)