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Gilleleje Weather in May
May in Gilleleje brings moderate temperatures, with daytime highs of 16°C (61°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 Gilleleje in May
You can expect rain on roughly 12 days based on historical data, averaging 63 mm (2.5 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 Gilleleje in May
In May, Gilleleje sees moderate temperatures, with highs of 16°C (61°F). Nights drop to around 9°C (48°F). The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. 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 Gilleleje in May
The month enjoys around 230 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, July typically offers the best circumstances for Gilleleje.
Gilleleje Temperature in May
Min Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Max Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Chance of Rain
38%
Precipitation
63 mm (2.5 in)
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
72% *
Sunshine
230 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
49% *
* Data from: Copenhagen, Denmark (51 KM, 31 Miles).
Gilleleje Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Gilleleje typically rise from around 14°C (57°F) at the start of May to approximately 17°C (63°F) by the end. Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 5°C (41°F) to 10°C (50°F).
Average temperatures in May
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in May
Historical weather records for Gilleleje in May
Browse day-by-day weather records for Gilleleje spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Gilleleje historical weather extremes in May
Based on weather observations in Gilleleje between 1976 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during May.
- The hottest May day on record in Gilleleje reached 27°C (81°F) (May 30, 2018).
- Gilleleje experienced its chilliest May day on May 2, 1979, reaching only 5°C (41°F).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in May was -1°C (30°F) (May 8, 1996).
Best Places in Denmark in May
Find out more about the weather in Denmark and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Denmark 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 Gilleleje in May
The weather can be unpredictable in May, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
What To Do in Gilleleje in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling6/10 -
Walking6/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
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