The Hague
City in Netherlands
The Hague is located in the Netherlands and has a population of approximately 548,000 people. While it is not the capital, it sits 50 kilometers from Amsterdam and houses significant government sites and historic palaces.
What to see
The city center contains several historic government and royal sites. The Binnenhof serves as a central political area, while the Peace Palace is a prominent landmark. Visitors can view royal residences, including Huis ten Bosch and Noordeinde Palace. For art, the Mauritshuis displays a collection of works. Other sites in the city include the Gevangenpoort, Grote or Sint-Jacobskerk, the Nieuwe Kerk, the Old City Hall, and the Prince William V Gallery.
When to go
Temperatures are mildest from June to August, with daily highs reaching 18 °C to 20 °C. This period is suitable for outdoor sightseeing. Rain occurs throughout the year, though it is more frequent in the autumn and winter months. From November to January, temperatures drop to highs of 6 °C to 10 °C, accompanied by 16 to 17 rainy days per month. Travelers preferring warmer weather should visit during the summer.
Getting there
The closest airport is Rotterdam The Hague Airport, located 16 kilometers away. The city is also situated 50 kilometers from Amsterdam.
Top sights in The Hague
Weather by month
The warmest month is August, with an average high of 20 °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 | 15 | 18 | 20 | 20 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 7 |
| Average low, °C | 2 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 9 | 12 | 15 | 15 | 13 | 10 | 6 | 3 |
| Rainfall, mm | 79 | 62 | 67 | 45 | 63 | 71 | 82 | 96 | 94 | 98 | 99 | 87 |
| Rainy days | 16 | 13 | 13 | 10 | 12 | 11 | 14 | 13 | 13 | 15 | 17 | 16 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for The Hague (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
Also worth a look
- Gevangenpoort
- Grote or Sint-Jacobskerk
- Nieuwe Kerk
- Old City Hall
- Prince William V Gallery