Vechtstreek, Netherlands: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Vechtstreek, Netherlands

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

Important essentials for Vechtstreek, Netherlands

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

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage

    Cases are climbing again, and areas are returning to lockdown. If you or a companion get COVID-19, you may be stuck with no way home -- but travel insurance can protect you. Learn more about COVID-19 and travel insurance


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards may wear out. An unreadable vaccination card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.

  • (U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.

    U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is a good plane-friendly product.


  • N95 masks

    These N95 masks provide the best level of protection you can have.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Touchless thermometer

    A touchless thermometer is important to have.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).

General health necessities


  • Emergency water purifier

    Some rural areas may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's useful to take an emergency water purifier like this one.


  • Travel first aid kit

    This one is a great kit.


  • Emergency motion sickness relief

Don't forget these

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

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January

If you are traveling to Vechtstreek in January, you will notice that it can be brisk, very rainy and somewhat hazy. Expect it to rain most days and snow occasionally. Daytime temperatures are in the low 40s F (single digits C).

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February

If you visit Vechtstreek during February, you may notice that it is brisk, somewhat rainy and somewhat hazy. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 40s F (single digits C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 30s F (single digits below 0 C). Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time and snow sometimes.

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March

Traveling to Vechtstreek in March, you will notice that it is cold, very rainy and very hazy. Expect it to rain about two thirds of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the high 40s F (single digits C).

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April

April in Vechtstreek can be chilly, very rainy and very hazy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 50s F (low 10s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 30s F (single digits C).

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May

In May, Vechtstreek can be chilly, very rainy and very hazy. Temperatures routinely are in the 60s F (high 10s C) and occasionally jump into the low 70s F (low 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the 40s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Vechtstreek, with more than half of the days of the month having rain. In May, humidity reaches as high as 70%.

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June

June here is balmy, very rainy and very hazy. Temperatures average in the high 60s F (low 10s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.

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July

If you are traveling to Vechtstreek in July, you will notice that it is balmy, very rainy and somewhat hazy. Expect it to rain about two thirds of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).

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August

August here is balmy, very rainy and very hazy. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.

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September

September in Vechtstreek is mild, very rainy and somewhat hazy. Temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C) during the day. It rains about two thirds of the time.

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October

October in Vechtstreek can be chilly, very rainy and somewhat hazy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 40s F (single digits C). It tends to rain about two thirds of the time. But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 70% to 80% range on average.

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November

November in Vechtstreek can be very chilly, very rainy and somewhat hazy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C) to high 40s F (single digits C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 30s F (single digits C).

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December

December in Vechtstreek is pretty cool, extremely rainy and somewhat hazy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 30s F (single digits C). It tends to rain most days. It also snows sometimes. But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 80% to 90% range on average.

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Activities for Vechtstreek, Netherlands

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Vechtstreek.

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