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Rotterdam weather in May (Zuid-Holland, Netherlands)

Can you expect sunny skies in Rotterdam in May? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Rotterdam includes pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 18°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 9°C.

Precipitation

Rotterdam in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 65 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 14 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 228 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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Rotterdam, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 18°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 47%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 65 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 77%  
WindspeedWindspeed 5 m/s  
SunshineSunshine 228 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 43%  

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.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the Netherlands, check out our Rotterdam's climate page.

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Rotterdam, 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.

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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