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Temperature in The Netherlands in May

May in the Netherlands has maximum daytime temperatures ranging from moderate in Oost-Vlieland with 14°C to pleasant temperatures in Roggel with 20°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C in Roggel and 11°C in Oost-Vlieland.

What is the temperature of the different cities in the Netherlands in May?

Explore the map below to discover average May temperatures at the top destinations in the Netherlands. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

  • What is the warmest city in May in the Netherlands?
  • According to our recent database analysis, Roggel is the warmest city. It experiences an average maximum daytime temperature of approximately 20°C and rarely drops below 9°C during the night.

  • What is the coldest city in May in the Netherlands?
  • The coldest city in May in the Netherlands is Oost-Vlieland when we check our database. The maximum daytime temperatures are around 14°C and minimum nighttime temperatures fall around 11°C.

  • How much sun does the Netherlands get in May?
  • Amsterdam enjoys close to 220 hours of sunlight. This not only brightens the days but also uplifts the atmosphere during the month.

  • What is the water's temperature in May?
  • The water temperature averages approximately 13°C in Vlissingen this month, so not the best month to swim.

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