Dokkum Weather in May

In Dokkum, May brings moderate daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), with nights cooling to 9°C (48°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.

Rainfall in Dokkum in May

Typically, you can expect about 15 days of rain this month, with 63 mm (2.5 in) on average. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Dokkum in May

In May, expect moderate temperatures in Dokkum, with highs of 16°C (61°F) and lows of 9°C (48°F) at night. Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. With overnight lows of 9°C (48°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Dokkum in May

With approximately 233 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.

Wind Speed in Dokkum 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 your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, July and August typically offer the best circumstances for Dokkum.