Netherlands in October

Europe Updated 2026-07-01

Wet and windy, with museums finally quiet enough to linger in.

Is October a good time to visit the Netherlands?

October sits mid-range in the Netherlands — around 58/100 nationally. January is noticeably calmer.

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Windmills Tour: Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam & Marken

4.7(2143)8h

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Canal Cruise Amsterdam

4(700)1h

from€13

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Zaanse Schans Windmills & LEGO City Day Trip

4.7(666)4h30

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Anne Frank Jewish Quarter Tour

Zaanse Schans Day Trip

4.8(598)4h30

from€25

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What closes and what fills up in October

Autumn school break (late October)

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Amsterdam Red Light District Tour

4.7(4378)1h30

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Amsterdam - Bruges Excursion

4.6(3599)12h30

from€49

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Amsterdam History Tour

4.6(1410)2h

from€29

How October compares across the year

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Frequently asked questions

Is October a good month to visit the Netherlands?

October sits mid-range in the Netherlands — around 58/100 nationally. January is noticeably calmer.

How busy is the Netherlands in October?

Averaged across the destinations we track, the Netherlands sits near 58/100 in October. The calmest of them is Amsterdam.

What is the weather like in the Netherlands in October?

Expect average highs near 15°C and lows near 8°C, with roughly 12 wet days — though the Netherlands varies by region.

Other months in the Netherlands

Jan 38 Feb 40 Mar 52 Apr 78 May 72 Jun 78 Jul 88 Aug 86 Sep 70 Oct 58 Nov 46 Dec 58

Netherlands Best places to visit in October