Echten weather in May (Drenthe, Netherlands)

What does the weather outlook for Echten look like in May? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

In May, Echten usually has pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 19°C. But by evening, they drop to around 8°C.

Precipitation

Echten in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 68 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 15 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 201 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Echten, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 19°C  

Chance of Rain 48%  

Precipitation 68 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 75% *  

Sunshine 201 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 39% *  

Data from: Assen, the Netherlands (33 KM, 20 Miles).

Where to go in the Netherlands in May

Find out more about the weather in the Netherlands and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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 Echten, 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?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Echten.

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