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Elst Weather in May
May in Elst typically sees daytime highs of 19°C (66°F) and nighttime lows of 9°C (48°F). Rainfall is also possible this month, so it's worth packing an umbrella.
Rainfall in Elst in May
Typically around 14 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 66 mm (2.6 in) for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.
Temperature in Elst in May
Elst in May gets highs of 19°C (66°F) during the day and drops to 9°C (48°F) at night. 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 Elst in May
With approximately 198 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances for Elst.
Elst Temperature in May
Min Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Max Temperature
19°C (66°F)
Chance of Rain
47%
Precipitation
66 mm (2.6 in)
Rainy days
14 days
Sunshine
198 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Arnhem, the Netherlands (8 KM, 5 Miles).
Elst Weather by Month
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Best Places in the Netherlands in May
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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 Elst 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. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
What To Do in Elst in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming6/10 -
Cycling10/10 -
Walking10/10 -
Barbeque7/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
Elst 3-Day Forecast
More climate data for Elst
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Popular in May
Where to go in May - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Maastricht
19°C (66°F) Valkenburg19°C (66°F) Utrecht19°C (66°F) Rotterdam18°C (64°F) Amsterdam17°C (63°F) The Hague17°C (63°F) Noordwijk aan Zee16°C (61°F) Zandvoort
16°C (61°F) Bucket list
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