Amsterdam vs London

Amsterdam and London are closely matched in August. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Amsterdam sits in the comfortable travel range at 21°C. London is also comfortable at 21°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, London is the stronger choice in August. Amsterdam receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Amsterdam reaches an average high of 21°C (70°F) and drops to 15°C (59°F) at night during August. The daily temperature range is 6°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

London averages 21°C (70°F) for the high and 13°C (55°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in August.

Amsterdam receives approximately 84 mm of rainfall across 13 rain days during August. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

London sees 61 mm over 10 rain days. That makes London the drier option by 3 rain days and 23 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.