July · Netherlands
Best time to visit Rotterdam in July Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Rotterdam in July
Average temperature 18°C, 90 mm of rain, about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 74% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
July score
8.3/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 18°C
- Rainfall
- 90 mm
- Humidity
- 74%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 27
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
July in Rotterdam scores 8.3/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 18°C, 90 mm of rain, and roughly 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Rotterdam rebuilt itself in glass and steel, and its harbour, bridges, and museums reward a walking or cycling stay.
July holds up well in Rotterdam — 3rd best month
Temperatures hover around 18°C (65°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
Budget for roughly 90 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 16.2 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 8.3/10 on the same scale — 3rd of 12 months, versus 9.1/10 for the best month here.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a packable rain layer.
Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Rotterdam in July?
- In July, Rotterdam averages 18°C, 90 mm of rain, and about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.3/10.
- Is July a good time to visit Rotterdam?
- July earns a 8.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Rotterdam in July?
- Expect about 90 mm of rain in July. Average humidity is 74% and there are about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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