Datteln weather in May (North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany)

What weather conditions can you expect in Datteln this May? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

In May, the weather in Datteln generally includes pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 19°C, while night temperatures can drop to 9°C.

Precipitation

Datteln 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

There are approximately 236 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Datteln climate page with graphs.

 

Datteln, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 9°C  

Max Temperature 19°C  

Chance of Rain 50%  

Precipitation 68 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Sunshine 236 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Bochum, Germany (20 KM, 12 Miles).

Where to go in Germany in May

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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 Datteln, 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.

Cycling

10/10

Walking

10/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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