Gelderland Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Gelderland, the Netherlands in May.

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Arnhem Lochem Nijmegen Beekbergen

Planning a getaway to Gelderland, the Netherlands 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 Gelderland in May

Gelderland, the Netherlands is a region in the Netherlands. May in Gelderland 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 Arnhem.

For a closer look at conditions across Gelderland, the Netherlands, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Well with an average of 64 mm (2.5 in) to moderate rainfall in Nunspeet with 72 mm (2.8 in).

Average sunshine

May brings good sunshine to many areas. Arnhem sees around 198 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Gelderland in May

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

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 Gelderland

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Gelderland, the Netherlands?

Temperature range in Gelderland (May)

Precipitation variation in Gelderland (May)

Arnhem

In May Arnhem 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 pleasant 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)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
166 hours
198 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Arnhem →

Lochem

In May Lochem 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 pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°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
189 hours
214 hours
201 hours
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Lochem →

Nijmegen

In May Nijmegen 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 pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
153 hours
196 hours
171 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Nijmegen →

Beekbergen

In May Beekbergen 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 pleasant 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
147 hours
189 hours
174 hours
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Beekbergen →

Winterswijk

In May Winterswijk generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
205 hours
207 hours
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Winterswijk →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Arnhem 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Lochem 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Nijmegen 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Beekbergen 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Winterswijk 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Groesbeek 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)

Gelderland weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Gelderland, the Netherlands in May?

Gelderland, the Netherlands typically experiences pleasant weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Arnhem average around 19°C (66°F), and temperatures drop to about 9°C (48°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Gelderland, the Netherlands in May?

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

Does Gelderland, the Netherlands get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in Gelderland, the Netherlands. Arnhem averages only about 65 mm (2.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Gelderland, the Netherlands?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Gelderland, the Netherlands with overall pleasant weather in Arnhem. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Arnhem. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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