Arnhem weather in May (Gelderland, Netherlands)

What is the weather forecast for Arnhem in May? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

In May, the weather in Arnhem generally includes pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 19°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 9°C.

Precipitation

Arnhem in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 65 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 14 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 198 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures 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 Arnhem climate page with graphs.

 

Arnhem, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 9°C  

Max Temperature 19°C  

Chance of Rain 47%  

Precipitation 65 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Sunshine 198 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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 Arnhem, 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.

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

10/10

Walking

10/10

Barbeque

7/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Arnhem.

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