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Capelle aan den IJssel Weather in May

Capelle aan den IJssel in May averages 19°C (66°F) during the day and 9°C (48°F) at night. Keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is expected this month.

Rainfall in Capelle aan den IJssel in May

Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 14 days with rain, averaging 67 mm (2.6 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Capelle aan den IJssel in May

May in Capelle aan den IJssel brings typical temperatures with highs around 19°C (66°F) and lows of 9°C (48°F). This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. Nights drop to 9°C (48°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Capelle aan den IJssel in May

The city usually sees around 228 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days — a great month for sightseeing.

Wind Speed in Capelle aan den IJssel in May

Wind speeds average 5 m/s (10 knots) during May. At this speed, gentle to moderate breezes make small trees sway and the wind creates whitecaps on water bodies. Daily variations range from moderate winds to stronger breezes, creating excellent conditions for sailing, kite flying and wind sports.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Capelle aan den IJssel Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C (48°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 19°C (66°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 48%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 67 mm (2.6 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 77% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 5 m/s (10 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 228 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 43% *  
* Data from: Rotterdam, the Netherlands (10 KM, 6 Miles).

Best Places 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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Capelle aan den IJssel in May

Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in May. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Capelle aan den IJssel in May

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

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