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Houten Weather in May

Thinking of visiting Houten in May? Expect pleasant temperatures reaching 19°C (66°F) during the day, dropping to 9°C (48°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Houten in May

Typically, you can expect about 14 days of rain this month, with 66 mm (2.6 in) on average. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Houten in May

Daytime temperatures in Houten reach 19°C (66°F) in May, dropping to 9°C (48°F) at night. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. 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 Houten in May

Enjoy a sunny month with about 218 hours of sunshine, the clear skies make Houten even more beautiful.

Wind Speed in Houten in May

Wind speeds average 3 m/s (6 knots) during May. At this speed, light breezes keep leaves and small twigs in gentle motion while the wind also provides natural cooling. Since this is an average, some days are more tranquil while others have more persistent light winds that are more noticeable.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Houten Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C (48°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 19°C (66°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 47%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 66 mm (2.6 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 75% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 3 m/s (6 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 218 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 41% *  
* Data from: De Bilt, the Netherlands (7 KM, 4 Miles).

Best Places in the Netherlands 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 Houten in May

For Houten in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Houten 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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