Assen weather in May (Drenthe, Netherlands)
How does the weather in Assen usually fare in May? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.
Temperatures
In May, Assen typically experiences pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 18°C, cooling down at night to around 8°C.
Precipitation
Assen in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 68 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 15 days of rain this month.Average sunshine
The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 201 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Assen climate page with graphs.
Assen, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
8°C
Max Temperature
18°C
Chance of Rain
51%
Precipitation
68 mm
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
75%
Windspeed
11 km/h
Sunshine
201 hours
Percentage Sunshine
39%
Where to go in the Netherlands in May
Find out more about the weather in the Netherlands and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Assen, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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