Weather · January

Amsterdam weather in January

Temperature, rain, what to pack and what to know

Amsterdam

January in Amsterdam: changeable weather. Roughly 7h 59m of daylight, with light from about 07:41 to 15:40. January isn't peak season in Amsterdam. The upside: quiet and cheaper. The downside: weather that needs flexibility.

The weather in detail

Amsterdam in January

Average temp—
Rain this month—
Daylight8 h
Sun07:41–15:40
Seasonshoulder
What to do

Amsterdam in January — what works

Match the plan to the forecast — a mix of indoor sights and outdoor time keeps it flexible.

What to pack: Check the forecast close to your trip and pack layers accordingly.

This month: Cold, grey weather, but the museums (Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh) are relatively quiet with short queues.

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Questions & answers

Amsterdam in January — FAQ

Does it snow in Amsterdam in January?
No. Temperatures are well above freezing.
How many hours of daylight in Amsterdam in January?
About 7h 59m of daylight. The sun rises around 07:41 and sets around 15:40. Plan sightseeing around the light.
Is January a good time to visit Amsterdam?
January isn't peak season in Amsterdam. The upside: quiet and cheaper. The downside: weather that needs flexibility.
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Plan the trip

Amsterdam — flights & hotels

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About this page

Written and checked by the Around the World team. We compare prices across the major providers, cross-check official sources, and update when something changes. We have no stake in any one provider — links are affiliate links, and the price is the same for you.

Sources: Climate: Open-Meteo 1991–2020 · Daylight: astronomical calculation