The Netherlands enjoys a moderate maritime (or oceanic) climate. This type of climate generally features mild winters and cool summers with precipitation, such as rain, is common throughout the year, which means there is no dry season. Generally, the coastal provinces also enjoy more hours of sunlight than the rest of the country. However, right after the summer and during the autumn, the coastal provinces experience the heaviest rain showers. March to May and September to October are considered shoulder seasons, with April bringing beautiful daffodils and the weather is generally warm during this time, which makes it an excellent time to travel with us! June to August the weather is warm but not excessively hot, and is the best time to enjoy the canals of Amsterdam or a bike ride, with the average temperature around 17.9C (64.2F).