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Giethoorn weather in May (Overijssel, Netherlands)

Looking to travel to Giethoorn in May? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Giethoorn generally has pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 18°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 9°C.

Giethoorn in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 66 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 14 days of rain are anticipated.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 201 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures June, July, August and September generally stand out with 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 Giethoorn climate page with graphs.

 

Giethoorn, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 18°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 48%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 66 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 75% *  
SunshineSunshine 201 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 39% *  
* Data from: Assen, the Netherlands (42 KM, 26 Miles).

Where to go in the Netherlands in May

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

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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 Giethoorn in May?

For visitors traveling to Giethoorn, 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 in May.

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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