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Handel Weather in May

Handel in May sees pleasant daytime temperatures of 20°C (68°F) and nighttime lows of 9°C (48°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 65 mm (2.6 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.

Rainfall in Handel in May

Historically, approximately 14 days this month are expected to have rain, averaging 65 mm (2.6 in). Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Handel in May

If you're visiting Handel in May, expect perfect temperatures with highs of 20°C (68°F) and overnight lows of 9°C (48°F). Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. With lows around 9°C (48°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Handel in May

The month enjoys around 219 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

Wind Speed in Handel in May

Wind speeds average 4 m/s (8 knots) during May. At this speed, expect moderate winds that can raise dust and move small branches. Since this is an average, some days have gentle light winds while others experience stronger breezes that are quite noticeable.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit.

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Handel Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C (48°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 20°C (68°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 48%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 65 mm (2.6 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 75% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 m/s (8 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 219 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 44% *  
* Data from: Volkel, the Netherlands (7 KM, 4 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 Handel 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. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Handel in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

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

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