🇳🇱 Amsterdam vs Milan 🇮🇹

Amsterdam, Netherlands vs Milan, Italy — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Milan is the warmer of the two — about 4 degrees warmer on average across the year. Milan is drier, with roughly 62 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇳🇱 Amsterdam🇮🇹 Milan
Avg annual high14°C18°C
Hottest monthJuly (22°C)July (29°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (1°C low)January (0°C low)
Rainy days / year15290
SnowYesRare
Best months to visitJune, July, AugustMay, June, September

🇳🇱 Amsterdam

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (22°C), coldest lows in January (1°C).

🇮🇹 Milan

Best around May, June, September. Hottest in July (29°C), coldest lows in January (0°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Amsterdam or Milan warmer?

Milan is warmer overall, averaging about 4 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Amsterdam or Milan?

Amsterdam is rainier — Milan sees about 62 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Amsterdam vs Milan?

Amsterdam is best around June, July, August; Milan is best around May, June, September.

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