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Rotterdam
19Β°CNow (avg)
Spring to summer for drier, sunnier weather; winters are cool and wetBest time
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Rotterdam is a rebuilt port city defined by modern architecture rather than a historic core, having been leveled by WWII bombing. Landmarks such as the Cube Houses, Markthal and Erasmus Bridge sit next to Europe's largest seaport, giving it a modern, design-forward character.
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Rotterdam is a rebuilt port city defined by modern architecture rather than a historic core, having been leveled by WWII bombing. Landmarks such as the Cube Houses, Markthal and Erasmus Bridge sit next to Europe's largest seaport, giving it a modern, design-forward character.
Country: NetherlandsLanguage: DutchCurrency: Euro (EUR)Time zone: CET (UTC+1)
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Rotterdam is a rebuilt port city defined by modern architecture rather than a historic core, having been leveled by WWII bombing. Landmarks such as the Cube Houses, Markthal and Erasmus Bridge sit next to Europe's largest seaport, giving it a modern, design-forward character.
Best forArchitecture and design fans; food markets; day trips from Amsterdam
When to goSpring to summer for drier, sunnier weather; winters are cool and wet
Getting aroundMetro, tram and bus network; water taxis across the Maas; compact, walkable centre
Where to stayCity centre near the Markthal; Witte de Withstraat for bars, galleries and nightlife
Maybe skip ifYou want a historic canal-lined old town and a slow pace
Average weather Β· Rotterdam
Typical monthly temperature, humidity and rainfall.
ποΈ Best time to visit: Aug
Jan5Β°π§ 86%π§οΈ 88mm
Feb6Β°π§ 83%π§οΈ 69mm
Mar7Β°π§ 78%π§οΈ 54mm
Apr9Β°π§ 73%π§οΈ 65mm
May13Β°π§ 75%π§οΈ 80mm
Jun17Β°π§ 73%π§οΈ 70mm
Jul18Β°π§ 75%π§οΈ 89mm
Aug19Β°π§ 75%π§οΈ 66mm
Sep16Β°π§ 79%π§οΈ 74mm
Oct13Β°π§ 84%π§οΈ 106mm
Nov8Β°π§ 87%π§οΈ 98mm
Dec6Β°π§ 88%π§οΈ 73mm
Source: Open-Meteo Β· Last checked Jul 11, 2026
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