May Rainfall and Precipitation in The Netherlands
Monthly rainfall totals, rainy days and the driest cities across the Netherlands in May.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in May: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
The Netherlands precipitation in May: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does the Netherlands receive in May?
Amsterdam stays mostly dry in May, with average rainfall close to 66 mm (2.6 in).
How many days does it rain in the Netherlands in May?
On average, Amsterdam has about 14 days days of rain in May.
Is May part of the rainy season in the Netherlands?
Not really. May is outside the wettest stretch of the year in the Netherlands.
What is the wettest city in May in the Netherlands?
Looking at our data, Biddinghuizen tops the wettest-cities list in the Netherlands for May, with monthly rainfall averaging 73 mm (2.9 in).
What is the driest city in May in the Netherlands?
The driest place is De Koog with an average rainfall of 53 mm (2.1 in) according to our data.
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