Dirt Cheap Amsterdam

The first month of the year in Amsterdam is the second coldest. Temperatures hover in the mid-thirties. This is also the third rainiest month of the year. You’ll definitely want to bundle up.

While temperatures rarely get below freezing, a cold marine wine in Amsterdam can be bone-chilling. Make sure to bring thermal underwear and a good windproof jacket. Waterproof jackets and shoes are also a really good idea. A scarf and gloves and some heavy sweaters will serve you well. An umbrella is a good idea too, though in Amsterdam the rain mostly comes at night.

The average high temperature in an Amsterdam January is º41 (F)/º5 (C). The average lows are º34/º0, with an overall average temperature of º38/º3. Historically it’s gotten as warm as º57 (F), but don’t count on it. Every January in Amsterdam there’s an average of 11 days below freezing and 3.1 inches of precipitation.

3 suggestions for great value for money accommodation:
Amstel Botel - Cheap bed & breakfast on a boat. Good feedback.
Tullipp Inn Amsterdam Riverside - Value for money biz hotel.
Holiday Inn Amsterdam - Often got great deals.
Recommended accommodation search: Alpharooms - Hotels - Hostelbookers

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