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IJlst weather in May (Friesland, Netherlands)

How does the weather in IJlst usually fare in May? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

In May, IJlst usually has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 16°C, while nights can cool down to about 10°C.

Precipitation

IJlst in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 68 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 14 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 233 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm July typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

IJlst, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 10°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 47%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 68 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 79% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 18 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 233 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 46% *  
Data from: Leeuwaren, the Netherlands (24 KM, 15 Miles).

Where to go in the Netherlands in May

Find out more about the weather in the Netherlands and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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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 and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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