2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Rotterdam in February

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Climate Overview

February is a wet time to visit Rotterdam. Rotterdam has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 9°C, lows of 5°C, and approximately 18 rainy days per month.

Avg High

9°C

Avg Low

5°C

Rainy days

18days

Daylight

10h

Is February a good time to visit Rotterdam?

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Daylight

Sunrise

7:58 AM

Sunset

5:56 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 8°C 4°C 11 Good
February 9°C 5°C 18 Wet
March 10°C 3°C 10 Good
April 16°C 6°C 4 Good
May 18°C 8°C 4 Excellent (best)
June 21°C 13°C 15 Excellent (best)
July 20°C 13°C 16 Excellent (best)
August 25°C 16°C 17 Excellent (best)
September 20°C 12°C 10 Excellent (best)
October 14°C 9°C 21 Wet
November 12°C 6°C 12 Good
December 8°C 3°C 15 Wet

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for February

Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.

Climate: Moderate
Travel Context Perfect weather for walking tours and all-day sightseeing.

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Common Questions

Is February a good time to visit Rotterdam? +

February is typically Wet for visiting Rotterdam, with average highs of 9°C and around 18 rainy days.

What should I pack for Rotterdam in February? +

With highs of 9°C and lows of 5°C in {month}, we recommend: Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.

Does it rain a lot in Rotterdam in February? +

Rotterdam typically sees around 18 rainy days in February.

How many hours of daylight are there in Rotterdam in February? +

In February, Rotterdam gets approximately 10 hours of daylight per day.

Is February peak season in Rotterdam? +

No, February is not peak season in Rotterdam. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Rotterdam? +

The best months to visit Rotterdam are May, June, July, August, September, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Europe/Amsterdam)

Last Updated: January 2026

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