The weather in Amsterdam in January can be quite cold as temperatures can drop to 0° Celsius. January is considered to be the coldest month here, with occasional snow and winds.
Though the weather may not permit long walks around Dam Square and shopping in the 9 Streets, visitors are more than welcome to spend a day marvelling the masterpieces of art in numerous museums, including the Van Gogh, Rijksmuseum and the famous Anne Frank House.
For those who enjoy classical music, there are many concerts held at the Concertgebouw, with ballet, orchestra performances and piano concerts taking place throughout January.Amsterdam in February is usually cold and windy, with temperatures fluctuating between 2 and 5° Celsius, yet it is one of the driest months of the year, which is perfect for walks around the city, as long as you are wearing warm clothes.
The highlight of the month is St. Valentine’s Day, when streets turn into romantic alleys, with hearts, red balloons and love in the air! The Dutch, being creative, can ‘marry’ you for a day, with the festive ceremony and vows, while the fun photos you will take will last a lifetime, this ‘marriage’ is valid only for a day!
Another activity that you can enjoy in Amsterdam in February is ice skating at the biggest rink that is set up at the Olympic Stadium, do book in advance, as this is quite popular for the locals.