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398,053
9 km²
45,544 per km²
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Dutch
129 km
Eindhoven features an Oceanic climate (Cfb in Köppen classification) characterized by mild summers, cool winters, and year-round precipitation. With average annual temperatures around 11°C and about 826 mm of rainfall distributed evenly, the city experiences frequent cloudy and rainy days but remains temperate due to maritime influences. Visitors and residents should prepare for damp conditions, especially in winter when temperatures hover near freezing.
18.5°C
3°C
Oceanic
Rainy Days
180
Sunny Days
1700 hours
Humidity
82%
8-15°C
Spring brings gradually warming temperatures with frequent rain and occasional chilly nights. Days become longer with emerging sunshine.
Moderate rainfall17-22°C
Summers are mild and comfortable with average highs around 20-22°C, though occasional warm days reach 27°C. Rainfall persists but is interspersed with sunny periods.
Moderate rainfall10-17°C
Autumn sees cooling temperatures and increasing cloud cover with steady rain on about 10-13 days per month. Winds pick up as leaves fall.
Moderate rainfall2-7°C
Winters are mild with average temperatures near 3°C, rare snow, and frequent overcast skies. Days are short with precipitation often as rain.
Moderate rainfallEindhoven is the Netherlands' tech and design powerhouse, offering international professionals a dynamic urban ecosystem anchored by cutting-edge companies like ASML and Philips. With a robust 22% expat population, the city provides an exceptionally welcoming environment for global talent, balancing affordable living (cost index 92) with high-quality infrastructure and a progressive, English-friendly culture.
The city's compact size belies its innovative spirit, delivering excellent public transport, reliable healthcare, and a safety profile that makes settling in remarkably smooth. Young professionals and tech workers will find Eindhoven particularly attractive, with its vibrant startup scene, world-class technical university, and a cosmopolitan atmosphere that feels both professionally ambitious and personally comfortable.
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