Amsterdam · October
Run in the morning.
Cool month: average high 59°F, low 49°F. Humidity averages 84% — the limiting factor on most runs. Expect 19 rain days — plan around the radar. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
Avg high / low
59° / 49°F
Humidity
84%
Rain days
19/mo
Wind
14 mph
What October feels like in Amsterdam
Sunrise
08:08
Mid-month average
Sunset
18:44
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Amsterdam in October
The kit for October in Amsterdam: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
October vs the surrounding months
vs September
-7° avg high
+3 rain days
Amsterdam in September →
October
59°F avg high
19 rain days
Best: morning
vs November
+9° avg high
-1 rain days
Amsterdam in November →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Amsterdam in October?+
Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
What's the average temperature in Amsterdam in October?+
Average high 59°F, average low 49°F.
How does October compare to surrounding months in Amsterdam?+
Compared to September (avg high 67°F), October is cooler. Compared to November (avg high 50°F), October is warmer.
Does it rain often in Amsterdam in October?+
Expect about 19 measurable rain days in October, on average.