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Amsterdam in September 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Amsterdam in September 2026? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether September is a good month to travel to Amsterdam, Netherlands.

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Amsterdam in September 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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Amsterdam in September in summary
Favourable weather
Min 13°C Max 19°C 96 mm 7 day(s) 87% 43% 20°C 10.3 h/day
Best activities in September
Cultural visits and heritageFamily and attractionsNature and landscapesNightlifeGastronomyWell-beingBoat trip and cruise
Practical guidelines
High crowding Moderate prices 06:15 18:55
Hourly weather

Average weather in Amsterdam in September 2026

Favourable weather

The weather in Amsterdam in September 2026 is based on statistical data from previous years in September. This allows you to forecast the weather in September 2026. Check the hourly statistics (6:00, 9:00, 12:00, 15:00, 18:00, 21:00, 0:00 and 3:00), with the associated average temperature, for the whole month, and also, by navigating the tabs, for the beginning, middle and end of the month.

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Climate

Climate of Amsterdam in September

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Amsterdam in September.

Temperatures and rain in Amsterdam in September

Average daily weather

Temperatures and rain day by day in September.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall

Monthly temperatures

The month of September is highlighted to compare it quickly with the rest of the year.
Minimal Average Maximums

Monthly precipitation

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Average rainfall

About the climate in Amsterdam in September

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Amsterdam in September

Check the seasonal normals in Amsterdam in September and compare the weather with the previous month and the following month (or the months of your choice by selecting months in the form below): temperatures, wind, rain, humidity, climate rating...

Last updated: 12/01/2026
Reference period for normals: January 2009 - December 2025
Month analyzed
September
Weather data August September October
Outside temperature
Average temperature 19.0°C 16.1°C 12.4°C
Maximum temperature 21.7°C 18.9°C 14.6°C
Minimum temperature 16.3°C 13.3°C 10.3°C
Record maximum temperature 33.0°C
(2016)
31.0°C
(2016)
27.0°C
(2011)
Record low temperature 12.0°C
(2014)
7.0°C
(2010)
2.0°C
(2015)
Number of days at +30° 1 day(s)
(3%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days at +18° 29 day(s)
(94%)
19 day(s)
(63%)
5 day(s)
(16%)
Number of days below 0° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 18.3°C 18.0°C 15.7°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 16.6°C 16.8°C 13.5°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 19.9°C 19.6°C 17.6°C
Wind
Wind speed 18 km/h 18 km/h 20 km/h
Wind temperature 16.0°C 12.4°C 8.3°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 119.6 mm 95.6 mm 102.7 mm
Number of days with precipitation 19 day(s)
(61%)
16 day(s)
(53%)
18 day(s)
(58%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 9 day(s)
(28%)
7 day(s)
(23%)
6 day(s)
(19%)
Record precipitation in one day 53.3 mm
(2010)
41.6 mm
(2017)
39.2 mm
(2013)
Other weather data
Humidity 84% 87% 88%
Visibility 9.4 km 9.2 km 9.1 km
Cloud cover 39% 43% 53%
UV index 5 4 3
Daily sunshine 13h 10h 7h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h24 06h15 07h06
Sunset time 20h05 18h55 17h46
Day length 14h41 12h40 10h40
Our opinion on the climate in September
The review of Where And When favourable weather favourable weather fair weather
Activities and events

What to do in Amsterdam in September?

Best activities in September
Cultural visits and heritageFamily and attractionsNature and landscapesNightlifeGastronomyWell-beingBoat trip and cruise
Possible activities in September
Beach and swimmingWatersports
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Amsterdam in September last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Amsterdam in September 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Cloudy
15°C24°C0.4 mm
2
Patchy rain nearby
14°C22°C0.6 mm
3
Overcast
15°C23°C1.5 mm
4
Patchy rain nearby
15°C22°C0.3 mm
5
Clear/Sunny
13°C21°C0.0 mm
6
Clear/Sunny
12°C24°C0.0 mm
7
Clear/Sunny
15°C28°C0.0 mm
8
Clear/Sunny
18°C23°C0.3 mm
9
Patchy rain nearby
13°C16°C0.2 mm
10
Clear/Sunny
10°C22°C0.0 mm
11
Patchy rain nearby
15°C20°C1.1 mm
12
Patchy rain nearby
11°C17°C2.5 mm
13
Patchy light rain
11°C14°C2.4 mm
14
Patchy rain nearby
10°C19°C0.3 mm
15
Clear/Sunny
16°C19°C0.4 mm
16
Light rain shower
14°C15°C2.1 mm
17
Light rain shower
12°C17°C1.0 mm
18
Patchy rain nearby
17°C21°C0.0 mm
19
Clear/Sunny
15°C26°C0.0 mm
20
Patchy rain nearby
17°C23°C0.1 mm
21
Patchy rain nearby
14°C18°C0.1 mm
22
Patchy rain nearby
10°C15°C0.3 mm
23
Patchy rain nearby
10°C17°C0.3 mm
24
Clear/Sunny
9°C16°C0.0 mm
25
Clear/Sunny
9°C17°C0.0 mm
26
Clear/Sunny
10°C17°C0.0 mm
27
Partly Cloudy
10°C18°C0.2 mm
28
Clear/Sunny
10°C20°C0.0 mm
29
Patchy rain nearby
12°C19°C0.5 mm
30
Patchy rain nearby
11°C18°C0.0 mm
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Where to go near Amsterdam in September?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Amsterdam in September: your frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we ask ourselves before booking for this month.

Yes, it’s a good time. Conditions are favorable in Amsterdam in September, which places this month 5th out of 12.

Expect an average of 19°C during the day and 13°C at night, with about 96 mm of precipitation spread over 7 rainy days.

The sea is only 18°C on average in September. Swimming is still possible, but it will be cool.

Expect about 10.3 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Cultural visits and heritage, Family and attractions, Nature and landscapes and Nightlife. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

Yes: this month is in High crowding, with a visitor index of 73/100. Book your accommodation and transportation well in advance.

Prices are average: level Moderate prices, with an index of 57/100, including flights and accommodation.

The most favorable months in Amsterdam are: May, June, July, August and September. You are therefore already in one of the best times of the year; shifting your plans would not gain you much in terms of weather.
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