🇳🇱 Amsterdam vs San Sebastián 🇪🇸

Amsterdam, Netherlands vs San Sebastián, Spain — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. San Sebastián is the warmer of the two — about 4 degrees warmer on average across the year. Amsterdam is drier, with roughly 24 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇳🇱 Amsterdam🇪🇸 San Sebastián
Avg annual high14°C18°C
Hottest monthJuly (22°C)August (24°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (1°C low)January (6°C low)
Rainy days / year152176
SnowYesRare
Best months to visitJune, July, AugustJune, July, September

🇳🇱 Amsterdam

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

🇪🇸 San Sebastián

Best around June, July, September. Hottest in August (24°C), coldest lows in January (6°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Amsterdam or San Sebastián warmer?

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

Which is rainier, Amsterdam or San Sebastián?

San Sebastián is rainier — Amsterdam sees about 24 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Amsterdam vs San Sebastián?

Amsterdam is best around June, July, August; San Sebastián is best around June, July, September.

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