Country in Europe

Netherlands Map

Interactive map of Netherlands with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.

☀️ 61°F now🕔 10:52 AM local📅 Best: May, June, July, August and September👥 17.9 million

Summary

Netherlands is a country in Europe. Netherlands is a country in Europe with its capital at Amsterdam. It has a population of about 17.9 million. The capital is Amsterdam.

Right now it is 61°F (16°C) in Netherlands with clear sky. It feels like 61°F. Today runs from 59°F to 67°F. Chance of precipitation is 10%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.6/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Netherlands is May, June, July, August and September. The climate is temperate. January, February and November tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 73°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 34°F.

The closest major airport is Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS), about 7 mi away. Nearby highlights include Hoge Veluwe National Park, Anne Frank House, Rijksmuseum and Rhine River.

In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 67°F is 7.7°F above the 60°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 4 PM to 7 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Netherlands today at 9.7/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.

Map of Netherlands

Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.

Coordinates: 52°22′3.4″N 4°54′14.8″E (52.3676, 4.9041)

Quick facts about Netherlands

TypeCountry
ContinentEurope
ContinentEurope
Coordinates52°22′3.4″N 4°54′14.8″E (52.3676, 4.9041)
CapitalAmsterdam
Population17.900.000
Area16.158 sq mi
ISO codeNL
ISO 3166-1 alpha-3NLD
CurrencyEuro (EUR)
LanguagesDutch
Calling code+31
Time zoneEurope/Amsterdam
Local time10:52 AM (UTC+02:00)
Best monthsMay, June, July, August and September
ClimateTemperate

Maps of each national park in Netherlands

1 national parks mapped in this atlas

Maps of each city in Netherlands

1 cities mapped in this atlas

Cities map of Netherlands

1 cities and towns mapped in this atlas

Neighboring countries in Europe

Sorted by distance from Netherlands.

Getting to Netherlands

By air
By road, from nearby cities
  • Brussels · 107 mi · roughly 2.5 h driving
  • Bruges · 107 mi · roughly 2.5 h driving
  • Cambridge · 202 mi · roughly 4.7 h driving
  • London · 222 mi · roughly 5.1 h driving
  • Hamburg · 227 mi · roughly 5.2 h driving
  • Brighton · 241 mi · roughly 5.5 h driving

Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.

Airports near Netherlands

Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.

AirportCodeDistanceServes
Amsterdam Schiphol AirportAMS7 miAmsterdam
Frankfurt AirportFRA226 miGermany
London Gatwick AirportLGW233 miSussex
London Heathrow AirportLHR237 miLondon
Paris Charles de Gaulle AirportCDG254 miParis
Paris Orly AirportORY275 miParis

National parks in Netherlands

Top attractions in Netherlands

Things to do in Netherlands

Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Netherlands.

Explore Netherlands

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Netherlands?

Netherlands is a country in Europe. Its coordinates are 52.3676, 4.9041. It lies in Europe.

What is the weather like in Netherlands right now?

It is currently 61°F (16°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 82% and wind is 3 mph.

When is the best time to visit Netherlands?

May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Netherlands, which has a temperate climate. January, February and November are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Netherlands in?

Netherlands observes Europe/Amsterdam (UTC+02:00). The local time is 10:52 AM.

How many people live in Netherlands?

Netherlands has a population of approximately 17.9 million.

What is the nearest airport to Netherlands?

The closest airports are Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS), 7 mi away, Frankfurt Airport (FRA), 226 mi away and London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 233 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Netherlands?

Popular options include Hoge Veluwe National Park, Anne Frank House, Rijksmuseum, Rhine River, Tower of London and British Museum.

What places are in Netherlands?

Netherlands covers 2 places in this atlas, including Hoge Veluwe National Park and Amsterdam.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Map tilesOpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri.
ElevationOpen-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value.
MethodScores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown.

Last updated October 4, 2026 at 10:52 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
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