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Recklinghausen Weather in May

During May, Recklinghausen experiences pleasant daytime temperatures of 19°C (66°F) and cooler nights around 9°C (48°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 68 mm (2.7 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Recklinghausen in May

Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 15 days of rain, averaging 68 mm (2.7 in). Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Recklinghausen in May

Daytime temperatures in Recklinghausen reach 19°C (66°F) in May, dropping to 9°C (48°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 9°C (48°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Recklinghausen in May

The city usually sees around 236 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days , a great month for sightseeing.

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

Recklinghausen Temperature in May

Min Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Max Temperature
19°C (66°F)
Chance of Rain
50%
Precipitation
68 mm (2.7 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Sunshine
236 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Bochum, Germany (14 KM, 9 Miles).

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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 Recklinghausen in May

For Recklinghausen 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. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Recklinghausen 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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