Rotterdam weather in August

Rotterdam, Netherlands
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August in Rotterdam: nice, a little rain, with clean air — an excellent time to visit.

#3 of 12 months in Rotterdam · #156 of 897 destinations to visit in August · comfort 90/100 (tier S)

Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis

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Rotterdam climate normals — August

Daytime high23°C / 73°F😎 nice
Nighttime low15°C / 59°F
Rainfall71 mm / 2.8 in🌦 some rain
Rainy days13 days
Humidity74%💧 humid
Dew point14°C / 57°F
Sunshine11.5 h/day
Daylight14.6 h
Wind20 km/h / 12 mph
Air quality (US AQI)48🍃 good

Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.

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Rotterdam in August — FAQ

Is August a good time to visit Rotterdam?
August in Rotterdam: nice, a little rain, with clean air — an excellent time to visit. It ranks #3 of 12 months for Rotterdam on SeasonMap's comfort score (90/100).
What is the weather like in Rotterdam in August?
In August, Rotterdam averages a daily high of 22.6°C and a low of 15.2°C, with about 71.1 mm of rain over roughly 13 rainy days.
What is the air quality in Rotterdam in August?
Rotterdam has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 48 in August.

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