🇳🇱 Amsterdam vs Palermo 🇮🇹

Amsterdam, Netherlands vs Palermo, Italy — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Palermo is the warmer of the two — about 8 degrees warmer on average across the year. Palermo is drier, with roughly 48 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇳🇱 Amsterdam🇮🇹 Palermo
Avg annual high14°C22°C
Hottest monthJuly (22°C)August (30°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (1°C low)January (9°C low)
Rainy days / year152104
SnowYesRare
Best months to visitJune, July, AugustApril, May, October

🇳🇱 Amsterdam

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

🇮🇹 Palermo

Best around April, May, October. Hottest in August (30°C), coldest lows in January (9°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Amsterdam or Palermo warmer?

Palermo is warmer overall, averaging about 8 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Amsterdam or Palermo?

Amsterdam is rainier — Palermo sees about 48 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Amsterdam vs Palermo?

Amsterdam is best around June, July, August; Palermo is best around April, May, October.

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