Netherlands, Netherlands: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2018]

Traveling to Netherlands, Netherlands? If you're planning to go to Netherlands, here is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack:

When to go to Netherlands, Netherlands

Based on the climate and weather in Netherlands, the best time to go is July. See below for details.

What to wear/what to pack for Netherlands, Netherlands by month

January

In January, Netherlands is brisk and somewhat snowy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 30s F (single digits C) range.

At night, lows are in the low 30s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Netherlands, with more than half of the days of the month having rain.

What to wear/what to pack:

Jacket or coat
Fleeces
Warm pants or jeans
Waterproof boots
If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Socks
Waterproof coat
Standard footwear
Light gloves or mittens
Umbrella

February

If you vacation in Netherlands during February, you are likely to find that it can be brisk. Temperatures tend to hover around the 40s F (single digits C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 30s F (single digits below 0 C).

In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to snow regularly.

What to wear/what to pack:

Light gloves or mittens
Standard footwear
If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Waterproof coat
Jacket or coat
Umbrella
Warm pants or jeans
Waterproof boots
Fleeces
Socks

March

March in Netherlands is brisk. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 30s F (single digits C). It snows 5-10 days this month.

What to wear/what to pack:

Warm pants or jeans
Waterproof luggage
Fleeces
Light gloves or mittens
Umbrella
Socks
Rain coat
Jacket or coat
Waterproof footwear
Standard footwear

April

April in Netherlands is brisk. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 40s F (single digits C) to 50s F (low 10s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Rain coat
Standard footwear
Jacket or coat
Fleeces
Waterproof footwear
Waterproof luggage
Socks
Light gloves or mittens
Warm pants or jeans
Umbrella

May

Traveling to Netherlands in May, you will notice that it is chilly. Expect it to snow regularly. Daytime temperatures are in the low 60s F (high 10s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Dresses
Waterproof luggage
Long skirts
Socks
Standard footwear
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Rain coat
Pants or jeans
Umbrella
Light jacket or fleece
Waterproof footwear

June

June in Netherlands is balmy. Temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C) during the day. It snows sometimes.

What to wear/what to pack:

Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Light jacket or fleece
Standard footwear
Umbrella
Waterproof footwear
Waterproof luggage
Dresses
Pants or jeans
Long skirts
Rain coat
Socks

July

July is balmy. Temperatures average in the low 60s F (low 20s C) during the day. It snows once in a while.

What to wear/what to pack:

Dresses
Waterproof luggage
Rain coat
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Standard footwear
Socks
Waterproof footwear
Umbrella
Light jacket or fleece
Long skirts
Pants or jeans

August

August in Netherlands is mild. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 60s F (low 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof luggage
Umbrella
Standard footwear
Pants or jeans
Rain coat
Waterproof footwear
Dresses
Socks
Light jacket or fleece
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Long skirts

September

If you go to Netherlands in September, you will notice that it is relatively cool and somewhat snowy. Expect it to snow a bit less than half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 60s F (high 10s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Dresses
Waterproof footwear
Waterproof luggage
Pants or jeans
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Light jacket or fleece
Umbrella
Standard footwear
Socks
Long skirts
Rain coat

October

October in Netherlands is crisp and somewhat snowy. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day. It snows about a third of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Pants or jeans
Dresses
Long skirts
Light jacket or fleece
Umbrella
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Rain coat
Standard footwear
Socks
Waterproof footwear
Waterproof luggage

November

If you go to Netherlands in November, you will notice that it is pretty cool. Expect it to snow regularly. Daytime temperatures are in the high 40s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof luggage
Fleeces
Umbrella
Warm pants or jeans
Jacket or coat
Socks
Standard footwear
Rain coat
Light gloves or mittens
Waterproof footwear

December

December in Netherlands is cold and somewhat snowy. The rain/snow can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Socks
Umbrella
Standard footwear
Waterproof footwear
Warm pants or jeans
Jacket or coat
Rain coat
Waterproof luggage
Light gloves or mittens
Fleeces

Year-round what to wear/what to pack for Netherlands, Netherlands

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Netherlands, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

A plug adadpter that supports outlet types C and F
A SIM card that works in Netherlands
If you plan to visit a church, make sure to bring appropriate clothing
Theft can be a problem, so pack theft protection, including locks for luggage and a money belt or pouch
Appropriate museum wear
Bicycle friendly attire, if you plan on biking anywhere

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