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Hijken Weather in May

May in Hijken brings pleasant temperatures around 19°C (66°F) during the day, dropping to 8°C (46°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 69 mm (2.7 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Hijken in May

Historically, the month has about 15 days of rain, averaging 69 mm (2.7 in) in total. With rain spread across many days but low totals, showers are typically short and light rather than heavy.

Temperature in Hijken in May

Temperatures in Hijken in May top out at 19°C (66°F) and drop to 8°C (46°F) overnight. Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. With overnight lows of 8°C (46°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Hijken in May

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 201 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit Hijken.

Wind Speed in Hijken in May

May has wind speeds averaging 3 m/s (6 knots). You can expect comfortable light winds that steadily move flags and feel mild throughout the day. Since this is an average, daily conditions vary from gentle winds to more active breezes.

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

Hijken Temperature in May

Min Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Max Temperature
19°C (66°F)
Chance of Rain
50%
Precipitation
69 mm (2.7 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
75% *
Windspeed
3 m/s (6 knots) *
Sunshine
201 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
39% *
* Data from: Assen, the Netherlands (11 KM, 7 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 Hijken 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 Hijken 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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