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Nieuweschans Weather in May

May in Nieuweschans brings pleasant temperatures around 18°C (64°F) during the day, dropping to 8°C (46°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 70 mm (2.8 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Nieuweschans in May

Expect around 15 days of rain based on historical data, with 70 mm (2.8 in) average. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Nieuweschans in May

In May, Nieuweschans gets pleasant temperatures, with highs of 18°C (64°F). Nights cool to around 8°C (46°F). A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. Nights drop to 8°C (46°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Nieuweschans in May

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 218 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit Nieuweschans.

Average water temperature in May

The water sits at 10°C (50°F) this month, which is well below what most people consider swimmable. Wetsuits help, but expect it to still feel cold.

If you prefer enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days, 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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Nieuweschans Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 18°C (64°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 10°C (50°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 49%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 70 mm (2.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 75% *  
SunshineSunshine 218 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Emden, Germany (18 KM, 11 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 Nieuweschans in May

For Nieuweschans 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. Expect water temperatures of around 10°C (50°F), which is definitely too cold for comfortable swimming. Your luggage space is better used for other items. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Nieuweschans 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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