Willemstad

Archaeological Site Historic fortified town in South Holland

A compact Dutch town with 17th-century fortifications, a harbour and canal-lined streets. Visitors cycle the surrounding countryside, inspect ramparts and eat fresh seafood at quay-side cafés.

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Willemstad
Willemstad, Netherlands
51.6919, 4.4378
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How to Get to Willemstad #

Willemstad (the small fortified town) is reachable by car from the Rotterdam/Breda area via the A17/A59 and local provincial roads; driving distances from central Rotterdam are on the order of 30-40 km. There are also regional bus connections from nearby larger railway towns (Dordrecht, Breda or Roosendaal) with short walks from the local bus stops into the historic centre.

Best Time to Visit Willemstad #

Best time is late spring through summer when temperatures are mild and outdoor sightseeing and canal activities are most enjoyable.

Late spring
May-Jun · 10-20°C
Pleasant temperatures, fewer rainy days than autumn, and comfortable for walking and sightseeing.
Summer
Jul-Aug · 17-25°C
Warmest and sunniest months - busiest with locals and tourists, ideal for outdoor cafes and canal-side activities.
Autumn
Sep-Oct · 8-16°C
Cooler and quieter than summer; crisp weather and fewer crowds, though rain becomes more frequent.

Weather & Climate near Willemstad #

Climate

Willemstad's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 0°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (797 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 45 Good
Best Time to Visit
AugustMayJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
38°
Warmest Month
-14°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

3°
Feels Like Cold
3°C
Temperature
1° – 6°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
8.2h daylight

February

February is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

3°
Feels Like Cold
3°C
Temperature
0° – 6°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.8h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

6°
Feels Like Cold
6°C
Temperature
3° – 9°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

60 Good

Comfort

8°
Feels Like Cold
8°C
Temperature
4° – 13°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

46 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
13.7h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
8° – 17°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
15.4h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° – 19°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

71 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
16.3h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
13° – 21°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

73 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
15.9h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
13° – 22°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

61 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
14.4h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° – 19°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

79 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
12.5h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
7° – 14°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

78 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.5h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with 82 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

7°
Feels Like Cold
7°C
Temperature
4° – 9°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

82 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.7h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

4°
Feels Like Cold
4°C
Temperature
2° – 7°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

76 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.7h daylight

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