January 31 is generally a great time to visit Rotterdam. While there is a slight chance of rain (28%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 7°C weather. Moderate travel demand makes this an excellent time for a balanced Rotterdam experience.
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Essential Travel Info for Rotterdam
Currency
EUR
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Language
Dutch
Driving
Right side
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.522
Rotterdam Weather Forecast for January 31
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 6.6°C. 28% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Rotterdam in January
Based on historical data for January 31, Rotterdam typically experiences temperatures between 2°C and 6.6°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. With a 28% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Rotterdam
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
6.6°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
2°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
2.7°C
❄️ Slightly colder
Snow Chance
28%
Avg 1.5mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.1 cm
~28% chance
Pressure
1015.3 hPa
High volatility
Rotterdam Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 92% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 400 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 600 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 1000 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
4.1°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😕 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Netherlands
Flight Traffic
Moderate
46/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~17
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Rotterdam
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
08:25
☀️ Noon
12:56
🌇 Sunset
17:28
⏱️ Daylight
9h 3m
Wind Speed
24 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
4.1 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
84%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Rotterdam
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Rotterdam on January 31 averages 6.6°C with a 28% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 44/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Rotterdam Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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February 3
7.1°C • 25% rain
Score
48
February 4
7.3°C • 26% rain
Score
48
February 5
7.2°C • 25% rain
Score
48
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Rotterdam Worth Visiting on January 31?
Planning a trip to Rotterdam on January 31? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 6.6°C with a 28% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 17 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Netherlands, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 6.2°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally lake-like with heights around 0m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 31 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 11.9°C in 2020, while the coldest dropped to -4.3°C in 2021.