🇳🇱 Amsterdam vs Stockholm 🇸🇪

Amsterdam, Netherlands vs Stockholm, Sweden — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Amsterdam is the warmer of the two — about 4 degrees warmer on average across the year. Stockholm is drier, with roughly 33 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇳🇱 Amsterdam🇸🇪 Stockholm
Avg annual high14°C10°C
Hottest monthJuly (22°C)July (23°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (1°C low)February (-6°C low)
Rainy days / year152119
SnowYesYes
Best months to visitJune, July, AugustJune, July, August

🇳🇱 Amsterdam

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

🇸🇪 Stockholm

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (23°C), coldest lows in February (-6°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Amsterdam or Stockholm warmer?

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

Which is rainier, Amsterdam or Stockholm?

Amsterdam is rainier — Stockholm sees about 33 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Amsterdam vs Stockholm?

Amsterdam is best around June, July, August; Stockholm is best around June, July, August.

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