Delft
City in Netherlands
Delft is a city in the Netherlands with a population of about 109,000 people. Located 53 km from Amsterdam, it draws visitors to its historic architecture and landmarks.
What to see
The city features several notable landmarks, including the Nieuwe Kerk and the Oude Kerk. Visitors can also view the Delft City Hall.
When to go
The warmest months are July and August, with daily highs of 21 °C. These months also see rain, with about 82 mm to 92 mm of precipitation occurring over 13 to 14 days. If you prefer milder weather, May and June offer highs between 16 °C and 18 °C. Winter months, such as January and December, are colder with highs of 6 °C and frequent rain on about 16 days.
Getting there
The nearest airport is Rotterdam The Hague Airport, located 8 km away in Rotterdam.
Top sights in Delft
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 21 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 6 | 6 | 9 | 12 | 16 | 19 | 21 | 21 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 6 |
| Average low, °C | 2 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 9 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 12 | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Rainfall, mm | 77 | 60 | 66 | 44 | 63 | 71 | 82 | 92 | 90 | 93 | 94 | 84 |
| Rainy days | 16 | 13 | 13 | 10 | 12 | 11 | 14 | 13 | 13 | 15 | 17 | 16 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Delft (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
Also worth a look
- Museum Het Prinsenhof