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Raalte Weather in May

May in Raalte brings pleasant temperatures, with highs of 19°C (66°F) and nights dropping to 8°C (46°F). Rainfall is on the higher side this month, averaging around 69 mm (2.7 in), so keep a rain jacket handy.

Rainfall in Raalte in May

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 14 days of rain, with 69 mm (2.7 in) average for the month. Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.

Temperature in Raalte in May

In May, expect pleasant temperatures in Raalte, with highs of 19°C (66°F) and lows of 8°C (46°F) at night. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With overnight lows of 8°C (46°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Raalte in May

Enjoy a sunny month with about 214 hours of sunshine, the clear skies make Raalte even more beautiful.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. June, July, August and September typically offer the best weather for Raalte.

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Raalte Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 19°C (66°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 47%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 69 mm (2.7 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 73% *  
SunshineSunshine 214 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 43% *  
* Data from: Enschede Airport Twente, the Netherlands (44 KM, 27 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 Raalte in May

For Raalte 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. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Raalte 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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