2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Rotterdam in September

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.

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Climate Overview

September is an excellent time to visit Rotterdam. Rotterdam has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 20°C, lows of 12°C, and approximately 10 rainy days per month.

Avg High

20°C

Avg Low

12°C

Rainy days

10days

Daylight

12.7h

Is September a good time to visit Rotterdam?

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.

Daylight

Sunrise

7:17 AM

Sunset

8:00 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 September

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

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

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Common Questions

Is September a good time to visit Rotterdam? +

September is typically Excellent for visiting Rotterdam, with average highs of 20°C and around 10 rainy days.

What should I pack for Rotterdam in September? +

With highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in Rotterdam in September? +

Rotterdam typically sees around 10 rainy days in September.

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

In September, Rotterdam gets approximately 12.7 hours of daylight per day.

Is September peak season in Rotterdam? +

Yes, September is peak season in Rotterdam. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.

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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