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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.

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Elst Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C (48°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 19°C (66°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 47%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 66 mm (2.6 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
SunshineSunshine 198 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Arnhem, the Netherlands (8 KM, 5 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 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.

Swimming
6/10
Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Barbeque
7/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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