Amsterdam Schiphol Airport Travel Guide
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Active alerts for Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Derived from the forecast. No official alert feed is wired for this country yet.
Summary
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is an airport in Amsterdam. Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) is a commercial airport.
Right now it is 60°F (16°C) in Amsterdam Schiphol Airport with overcast. It feels like 55°F. Today runs from 54°F to 60°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 5.9/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is May, June, July, August and September. The climate is temperate. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 74°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 34°F.
The closest major airport is London Gatwick Airport (LGW), about 226 mi away. Nearby highlights include Rijksmuseum, Anne Frank House, Hoge Veluwe National Park and Rhine River.
In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 60°F is in line with the 59°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 12 PM to 3 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Amsterdam Schiphol Airport today at 8.4/10. Gusts to 31 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 52°18′37.8″N 4°46′5.9″E (52.3105, 4.7683)
Weather in Amsterdam Schiphol Airport right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 3:59 AM, Oct 29 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 56° / 43°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 6 mph
🌥️ 52° / 41°
Fog · 2% rain · wind 4 mph
Quick facts about Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
| Type | Airport |
|---|---|
| City | Amsterdam |
| Country | Netherlands |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 52°18′37.8″N 4°46′5.9″E (52.3105, 4.7683) |
| IATA code | AMS |
| Local time | 3:59 AM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Temperate |
Things to do in Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.
Best time to visit Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Go in May, June, July, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, November and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 31 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, November and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| London Gatwick Airport | LGW | 226 mi | Sussex |
| Frankfurt Airport | FRA | 227 mi | Germany |
| London Heathrow Airport | LHR | 230 mi | London |
| Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | CDG | 248 mi | Paris |
| Paris Orly Airport | ORY | 269 mi | Paris |
Explore Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.
Travel Guide for related places
Frequently asked questions
Where is Amsterdam Schiphol Airport?
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is an airport in Amsterdam. Its coordinates are 52.3105, 4.7683. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Amsterdam Schiphol Airport right now?
It is currently 60°F (16°C) with overcast. Humidity is 85% and wind is 17 mph.
When is the best time to visit Amsterdam Schiphol Airport?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Amsterdam Schiphol Airport in?
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport observes Europe/Amsterdam (UTC+01:00). The local time is 3:59 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport?
The closest airports are London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 226 mi away, Frankfurt Airport (FRA), 227 mi away and London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 230 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Amsterdam Schiphol Airport?
Popular options include Rijksmuseum, Anne Frank House, Hoge Veluwe National Park, Rhine River, Tower of London and British Museum.
Related articles
Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (airports) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, 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 29, 2026 at 3:59 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
