Assen weather in May (Drenthe, Netherlands)
How does the May weather in Assen compare to other months? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.
Temperatures
In May, the weather in Assen generally includes pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 18°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 8°C.
Precipitation
Assen in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 68 mm for the month. Expect around 15 days of rain based on historical data.Average sunshine
Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 201 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Assen.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, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
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.
Interested in more climate information?
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