Ardennes Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Ardennes, Belgium in May.

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Planning a getaway to the Ardennes, Belgium this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in the Ardennes in May

The Ardennes, Belgium is a region in Belgium. May in the Ardennes generally has pleasant temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 19°C (66°F) and nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) in Liège.

To explore the conditions in the Ardennes, Belgium in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Namur with an average of 72 mm (2.8 in) to moderate rainfall in Spa with 83 mm (3.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Liège enjoys about 210 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore the Ardennes by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Ardennes - and find the best time to visit. (based on Liège)

January6°C (43°F) February7°C (45°F) March11°C (52°F) April15°C (59°F) May19°C (66°F) June22°C (72°F) July24°C (75°F) This monthAugust24°C (75°F) September20°C (68°F) October15°C (59°F) November10°C (50°F) December7°C (45°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Ardennes in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Ardennes.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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).

Popular Destinations in the Ardennes

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in the Ardennes, Belgium?

Temperature range in the Ardennes (May)

Precipitation variation in the Ardennes (May)

Liège

In May Liège generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
179 hours
210 hours
206 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
good
very good
excellent
Climate in Liège →

Spa

In May Spa generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
195 hours
195 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
good
very good
excellent
Climate in Spa →

Namur

In May Namur generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
157 hours
194 hours
203 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions
good
very good
excellent
Climate in Namur →

Verviers

In May Verviers generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
195 hours
195 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
good
very good
excellent
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Ardennes, in Belgium.

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Ardennes in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Liège 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Spa 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Namur 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Verviers 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)

The Ardennes weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Ardennes, Belgium in May?

Expect very good weather across the Ardennes, Belgium in May. The popular destination of Liège averages 19°C (66°F) by day and 9°C (48°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in the Ardennes, Belgium in May?

In Liège, the average daytime high in May is 19°C (66°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 9°C (48°F).

Does the Ardennes, Belgium get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in the Ardennes, Belgium. Liège averages only about 72 mm (2.8 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit the Ardennes, Belgium?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit the Ardennes, Belgium with overall very good weather in Liège. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide excellent weather in Liège. The weather in January, February, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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