Your November weather guide
CoolWeather in Amsterdam in November
Amsterdam in November suits a city break if you can accept cool weather, frequent rain and limited sunshine. Average highs of 9.5°C make a warm coat useful during the day, while nights average 5.5°C, so evenings need extra layers. With about 13 rainy days, flexible plans matter more than finding a reliably dry spell. Go for time in the city rather than warmth, and be prepared to switch between walking and indoor breaks.
Long-term climate averages for Amsterdam, not a forecast · 1991-2020
Amsterdam, month by month
Your snapshot
At a glance
The useful details for Amsterdam.
- Average daytime high
- 9.5°C
- 9 in 10 days stay below 13°C
- Average night-time low
- 5.5°C
- coldest 10% of nights: 1°C or lower
- Compared with London
- -0.9°C
- London averages 10.4°C in November
- Sea temperature
- 9.3°C
- year to year: 8°C to 11°C
- Sunshine per day (est.)
- 2.1h
- 25% of 8.4 h of daylight
- Rainy days (1 mm+)
- 13
- 63 mm over the month
- Humidity
- 86%
- Days over 25°C
- 0%
- none over 30°C
- Record high 1991-2020
- 18.6°C
- 2018-11-06
- Record low 1991-2020
- -5.5°C
- 1993-11-22
- Flight from London
- ≈ 1 h 12 min
- 375 km, short-haul (estimate for a direct flight)
Records are observed extremes within 1991-2020, not typical holiday conditions. Warm-day percentages are shares of days, not day counts.
How November compares
November is the 8th warmest month of the year in Amsterdam and ranks 130th of 134 destinations we compare for November - see where else is hot in November. Against London's average high of 10.4°C in November, Amsterdam is 0.9°C cooler by day and 0.6°C warmer at night.
Daytime and night-time in November
The typical November day in Amsterdam peaks at 9.5°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 13.3°C or more. Days over 25°C are rare. Nights average 5.5°C; one night in ten drops to 0.8°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest November day here reached 18.6°C (2018-11-06) and the coldest night -5.5°C (1993-11-22).
Rain in November
Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 13 days with 1 mm or more, 63 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest November was 1996 with 121 mm, the driest 2011 with 11 mm. Humidity averages 86%.
Sea temperature in November
The sea averages 9.3°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 7.8°C to 10.7°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (19.5°C).
Sunshine and daylight
Around 2.1 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 8.4 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 08:02 and sets about 16:48 local time in mid-November. Average cloud cover is 75%.
Is November a good time to visit Amsterdam?
November is not the strongest month here: cool days and frequent rain. The best months for Amsterdam on our scoring are July, August, June.
Plan around the short daylight
The main limitation is not extreme cold but the combination of low temperatures and short days. November has about 8.4 hours of daylight, with only 2.1 hours of sunshine on average, so do not build your plans around bright skies. Put longer walks into the middle of the day and leave indoor time for later. Milder days can reach 13.3°C or more, but that is a bonus rather than a reason to pack lightly. The coldest nights fall to 0.8°C or below, making a scarf, gloves and a warm outer layer sensible if you expect to stay out after dark.
Pack for wet weather, not just low temperatures
Rain is a practical catch rather than a reason to rule November out. About 13 days have measurable rain, so a waterproof coat and shoes that keep your feet dry will be more useful than relying on an umbrella alone. That figure does not mean every wet day is a washout, but it does mean a walking-heavy itinerary needs room to change. Wear layers so you can adjust comfortably when moving indoors, and keep a dry option in mind for outdoor plans. This month is a better fit for travellers happy to take regular indoor breaks than for anyone wanting long, reliably dry days outside.
A little perspective
Amsterdam through the year
November is highlighted. See how it compares with the rest of the year.
| Month | Day | Night | Sea | Sun/day | Rain mm | Rainy days | Days 25°C+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5.7°C | 1.8°C | 4.7°C | 2.1 | 64 | 13 | 0% |
| February | 6.3°C | 1.7°C | 4.1°C | 2.8 | 53 | 11 | 0% |
| March | 9.1°C | 3.3°C | 5.7°C | 3.7 | 54 | 11 | 0% |
| April | 12.8°C | 5.8°C | 9.4°C | 5.1 | 50 | 11 | 0% |
| May | 16.2°C | 9.4°C | 13.3°C | 5.7 | 63 | 11 | 3% |
| Junebest | 18.7°C | 12.3°C | 16.7°C | 5.8 | 68 | 12 | 8% |
| Julybest | 20.9°C | 14.6°C | 19.1°C | 6.1 | 84 | 14 | 14% |
| Augustbest | 20.9°C | 14.7°C | 19.5°C | 5.3 | 84 | 13 | 14% |
| September | 18.0°C | 12.4°C | 16.8°C | 4.3 | 70 | 12 | 2% |
| October | 13.9°C | 9.1°C | 13.0°C | 3.1 | 70 | 13 | 0% |
| NovemberSelected | 9.5°C | 5.5°C | 9.3°C | 2.1 | 63 | 13 | 0% |
| December | 6.4°C | 2.6°C | 6.4°C | 1.9 | 71 | 13 | 0% |
Day = average daytime high, night = average night-time low, 1991-2020.Sun is hours per day; rainy days count 1 mm or more.
Day, night and sea
Monthly average temperatures, 1991-2020
- Day
- Night
- Sea
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A little more detail
Amsterdam in November FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
Is Amsterdam hot in November?
Amsterdam is cool in November: the average daytime high is 9.5°C and nights average 5.5°C. Days over 25°C are rare in November.
Can you swim in the sea in Amsterdam in November?
The sea around Amsterdam averages 9.3°C in November, which is cold for swimming without a wetsuit. Between 1991 and 2020 it ranged from 8°C to 11°C depending on the year.
How much does it rain in Amsterdam in November?
Amsterdam sees about 13 rainy days (1 mm or more) and 63 mm of rain in a typical November. The wettest November between 1991 and 2020 was 1996 (121 mm) and the driest was 2011 (11 mm).
How sunny is Amsterdam in November?
Amsterdam gets around 2.1 hours of sunshine a day in November out of 8.4 hours of daylight (estimated from average cloud cover).
How does Amsterdam compare with the UK in November?
Amsterdam is on average 0.9°C cooler than London by day in November (9.5°C against 10.4°C).
What is the hottest November on record in Amsterdam?
Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest November day in Amsterdam reached 18.6°C on 2018-11-06, and the coldest night dropped to -5.5°C on 1993-11-22.
Is Amsterdam colder than London in November?
Slightly. Amsterdam's average daytime high is 9.5°C, compared with 10.4°C in London, a difference of 0.9°C. That is a modest gap rather than a different climate altogether, so familiar UK late-autumn clothing is a sensible starting point.
Is the sea warm enough for swimming?
No, not for a comfortable holiday swim. The sea averages 9.3°C in November and remains cold across the listed range of 8°C to 11°C. Treat this as a city-weather trip rather than one with casual sea swimming in mind.
Which months are better for a weather-focused visit?
July, August and June are the better choices overall for weather. November is cool and wet, so it makes more sense if you are comfortable dressing for autumn and adapting your plans than if warmth is central to the trip.
About these averages
ERA5-Land climate reanalysis via Open-Meteo (11 km grid) and NOAA Coral Reef Watch 5 km sea temperatures, 1991-2020
Averages computed from daily values at Amsterdam. Sea temperature from the nearest 5 km sea cell, 5.8 km from that point. Sunshine hours are estimated from average cloud cover.Records are the highest and lowest daily values in that 30-year period, not all-time records. These are climate averages, not a forecast for your trip. How we measure holiday weather
- Hot · 25°C+
- Warm · 20°C to below 25°C
- Mild · 15°C to below 20°C
- Cool · below 15°C