Utrecht
City in Netherlands
Utrecht is a city in the Netherlands with a population of about 359,000. Located 35 km from Amsterdam, it is known for landmarks such as the Rietveld Schröder House, St. Martin's Cathedral, and the Railway Museum.
What to see
The city features a mix of cultural and historical sites. Visitors can see the UNESCO-listed Rietveld Schröder House, the Railway Museum, and St. Martin's Cathedral. Other notable locations include the Centraal Museum, Museum Catharijneconvent, and Museum Speelklok.
When to go
The warmest months are June, July, and August, with daily highs between 19 °C and 22 °C. These months generally see rainfall on 12 to 13 days. The cooler months from November to January experience daily highs between 5 °C and 9 °C and see more frequent rain, occurring on 15 to 16 days. April is the driest month, with rain on about 10 days.
Getting there
The nearest airport is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, located 34 km away. The city is 35 km from Amsterdam.
Top sights in Utrecht
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 22 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 5 | 6 | 9 | 13 | 17 | 19 | 22 | 21 | 18 | 14 | 9 | 6 |
| Average low, °C | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 9 | 11 | 14 | 14 | 12 | 8 | 5 | 2 |
| Rainfall, mm | 78 | 63 | 72 | 46 | 66 | 72 | 85 | 79 | 81 | 87 | 86 | 84 |
| Rainy days | 15 | 13 | 13 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 14 | 16 | 16 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Utrecht (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
Also worth a look
- Centraal Museum
- Museum Catharijneconvent
- Museum Speelklok