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Oudkarspel Weather in May

Oudkarspel in May sees moderate temperatures, with highs around 16°C (61°F) and overnight lows of 10°C (50°F). Around 57 mm (2.2 in) of rainfall is typical, so a light rain jacket is a sensible addition to your bag.

Rainfall in Oudkarspel in May

You can typically expect 14 days of rain this month, averaging around 57 mm (2.2 in). Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Oudkarspel in May

Temperatures in Oudkarspel in May top out at 16°C (61°F) and drop to 10°C (50°F) overnight. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. With overnight lows of 10°C (50°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep.

Sunshine in Oudkarspel in May

There are approximately 224 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

Wind Speed in Oudkarspel in May

Average wind conditions reach 6 m/s (12 knots) in May. This creates notably windy weather that is clearly felt and can influence daily activities. Keep in mind this is an average. Some days are less intense, while others can be quite gusty.

Average water temperature in May

At 10°C (50°F), the water is too cold for most people to swim comfortably. A wetsuit is pretty much essential if you plan to go in.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, July and August typically offer the best circumstances for Oudkarspel.

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Oudkarspel Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 10°C (50°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C (61°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 10°C (50°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 46%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 57 mm (2.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 81% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 6 m/s (12 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 224 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 46% *  
* Data from: De Kooy, the Netherlands (22 KM, 13 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 Oudkarspel in May

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in May, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. 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. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Oudkarspel in May

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

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