Schiphol weather in May (Noord-Holland, Netherlands)

Looking to travel to Schiphol in May? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Schiphol typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 17°C, while night temperatures can drop to 10°C.

Schiphol in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 66 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 14 days of rain are anticipated.

With around 233 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Schiphol climate page with graphs.

 

Schiphol, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 10°C  

Max Temperature 17°C  

Chance of Rain 47%  

Precipitation 66 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 75%  

Windspeed 18 km/h  

Sunshine 233 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 43%  

Where to go in the Netherlands in May

Find out more about the weather in the Netherlands in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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).

So, what should you wear in Schiphol in May?

For visitors traveling to Schiphol, 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 in May.

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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