Wereldmuseum Amsterdam

Museum Museum of non-Western cultures and global ethnography

In Amsterdam, the Wereldmuseum presents ethnographic collections and contemporary exhibitions from Africa, Asia, Oceania and the Americas. Visitors examine ritual objects, textiles and masks, join talks and see material culture displayed with context and research.

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Wereldmuseum Amsterdam
52.3627, 4.9223

Tips for Visiting Wereldmuseum Amsterdam #

  • Check the museum's website for current temporary exhibitions and online ticketing-buying timed-entry tickets in advance will save waiting time on busy days.
  • Plan to pair the Wereldmuseum with nearby Amsterdam attractions (many are within a short tram ride); allow time for special exhibitions, which are often the most interesting parts of the visit.

Best Time to Visit Wereldmuseum Amsterdam #

For fewer crowds, visit on weekday mornings outside the high summer tourism season at this indoor world-cultures museum.

Spring-Summer (peak tourism)
Mar-Aug · 4-22°C
Warmer weather in Amsterdam and higher tourist numbers; weekends and summer afternoons at the museum are busiest.
Autumn-Winter (quieter weekdays)
Sep-Feb · 0-10°C
Cooler weather and smaller visitor numbers on weekdays - ideal for a quieter visit and more time with exhibits.

Weather & Climate near Wereldmuseum Amsterdam #

Climate

Wereldmuseum Amsterdam'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 (864 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
AugustMayJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
-11°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

74 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
8.1h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.7h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

67 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

60 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

47 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
13.8h 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
17°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
15.5h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

64 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° 20°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
16.5h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
13° 22°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

72 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
16.0h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
13° 22°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
14.5h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

62 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° 19°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

86 mm
Rainfall
4.0 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. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
14°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

91 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.4h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with 96 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.6h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

85 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.5h daylight

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