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Erkelenz Weather in May

May in Erkelenz brings pleasant temperatures, with daytime highs of 20°C (68°F) and nights around 9°C (48°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 63 mm (2.5 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Erkelenz in May

The climate data from previous years indicates about 16 days of rain, averaging 63 mm (2.5 in) for the month. Expect plenty of grey, overcast days rather than intense storms. The rain rarely amounts to much on any given day.

Temperature in Erkelenz in May

The excellent temperature in Erkelenz in May makes it a solid month to visit, with 20°C (68°F) during the day and 9°C (48°F) at night. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. 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 Erkelenz in May

The month enjoys around 199 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the best weather for Erkelenz.

Erkelenz Temperature in May

Min Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Max Temperature
20°C (68°F)
Chance of Rain
53%
Precipitation
63 mm (2.5 in)
Rainy days
16 days
Humidity
68% *
Sunshine
199 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Düsseldorf, Germany (38 KM, 23 Miles).

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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 Erkelenz 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. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Erkelenz 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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