Best Time to Visit Leiden
Best time: Aug, Jul, Jun, May.
Aug is warmest (21.2°C high); Nov is rainiest (95 mm).
Leiden weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 5.8 | 0.8 | 69 | 1.1 |
| Feb | 5.9 | 0.4 | 50 | 2.2 |
| Mar | 8.9 | 2.4 | 63 | 3.8 |
| Apr | 11.7 | 3.9 | 48 | 6 |
| May | 16.3 | 7.6 | 48 | 7.9 |
| Jun | 18.5 | 10.4 | 70 | 8.3 |
| Jul | 20.6 | 12.7 | 71 | 7.9 |
| Aug | 21.2 | 12.6 | 64 | 7 |
| Sep | 18.1 | 10.5 | 90 | 4.7 |
| Oct | 14.2 | 7.2 | 91 | 2.8 |
| Nov | 9.6 | 4.1 | 95 | 1.4 |
| Dec | 7 | 2.2 | 81 | 0.8 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: AugJulJunMay
Beaches: AugJulMayJun
Hiking: MayAugJunApr
Sightseeing: JunMayAugJul
Leiden quick facts
What to pack
Cold months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Nov, Dec): warm layers and a coat.
Wet months (Oct, Nov): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Leiden?
Aug, Jul, Jun, May.
What is the rainiest month?
Nov, about 95 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Aug, with average highs of 21.2°C.
Where to stay
See Leiden hotels · Book Leiden tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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