Alphen weather in May (Noord-Brabant, Netherlands)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Alphen this May? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

During May, Alphen is known for its perfect weather, characterized by pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 20°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 9°C.

Precipitation

Alphen in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 70 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 15 days will experience rain.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 208 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.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit. May, June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Alphen, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 9°C  

Max Temperature 20°C  

Chance of Rain 50%  

Precipitation 70 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 73% *  

Windspeed 14 km/h *  

Sunshine 208 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 44% *  

Data from: Gilze-Rijen, the Netherlands (9 KM, 5 Miles).

Where to go in the Netherlands in May

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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 this month?

For visitors traveling to Alphen, 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

Interested in more climate information?

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