🇬🇧 London vs Rotterdam 🇳🇱

London, United Kingdom vs Rotterdam, Netherlands — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. London is the warmer of the two — about 1 degree warmer on average across the year. London is drier, with roughly 122 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇬🇧 London🇳🇱 Rotterdam
Avg annual high16°C15°C
Hottest monthJuly (24°C)July (22°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (3°C low)February (2°C low)
Rainy days / year111233
SnowYesRare
Best months to visitJune, July, AugustJune, July, August

🇬🇧 London

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (24°C), coldest lows in January (3°C).

🇳🇱 Rotterdam

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (22°C), coldest lows in February (2°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is London or Rotterdam warmer?

London is warmer overall, averaging about 1 degree higher across the year.

Which is rainier, London or Rotterdam?

Rotterdam is rainier — London sees about 122 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit London vs Rotterdam?

London is best around June, July, August; Rotterdam is best around June, July, August.

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