City in North Holland, Netherlands
Haarlem weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Haarlem
Apr–May for tulip fields nearby; Jun–Sep for terraces and the beach at Zandvoort. Winters are damp and grey; fewer visitors.
Haarlem weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan6°82 mm
- Feb6°69 mm
- Mar7°55 mm
- Apr10°41 mm
- May14°56 mm
- Jun17°63 mm
- Jul19°80 mm
- Aug20°96 mm
- Sep18°78 mm
- Oct14°93 mm
- Nov10°90 mm
- Dec8°92 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C43°F | 4°C39°F | 82 mm | 88% | Cold |
| February | 6°C42°F | 3°C38°F | 69 mm | 87% | Cold |
| March | 7°C45°F | 4°C40°F | 55 mm | 86% | Cold |
| April | 10°C51°F | 7°C44°F | 41 mm | 84% | Cold |
| May | 14°C56°F | 10°C50°F | 56 mm | 83% | Cool |
| June | 17°C62°F | 13°C56°F | 63 mm | 82% | Cool |
| July | 19°C66°F | 16°C61°F | 80 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| August | 20°C67°F | 17°C62°F | 96 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| September | 18°C64°F | 15°C59°F | 78 mm | 80% | Cool |
| October | 14°C58°F | 12°C53°F | 93 mm | 83% | Cool |
| November | 10°C51°F | 8°C47°F | 90 mm | 86% | Cold |
| December | 8°C46°F | 5°C41°F | 92 mm | 87% | Cold |
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Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Haarlem?
May–Sep. Apr–May for tulip fields nearby; Jun–Sep for terraces and the beach at Zandvoort. Winters are damp and grey; fewer visitors.
When is the rainy season in Haarlem?
Rain peaks in August with about 96 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Haarlem?
August, with average highs of 20°C (67°F).
How cold does Haarlem get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 3°C (38°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.