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Hoek van Holland weather in May (Zuid-Holland, Netherlands)

What can you expect from the weather in Hoek van Holland during May? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In May, Hoek van Holland generally has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 17°C, while night temperatures can drop to 10°C.

Hoek van Holland in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 61 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 14 days of the month will see rainfall.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 228 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 July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Hoek van Holland climate page with graphs.

 

Hoek van Holland, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 10°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 17°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 48%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 61 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 77% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 18 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 228 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 43% *  
* Data from: Rotterdam, the Netherlands (20 KM, 12 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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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 Hoek van Holland in May?

For visitors traveling to Hoek van Holland, 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
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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