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Limburg Weather in May

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

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Maastricht Valkenburg Roggel Stramproy

Considering a trip to Limburg, the Netherlands this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Limburg in May

Limburg, the Netherlands is a region in the Netherlands. May in Limburg 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 Maastricht.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Sittard with an average of 59 mm (2.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Vaals with 72 mm (2.8 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Maastricht typically receives 210 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Limburg in May

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

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 Limburg

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

Temperature range in Limburg (May)

Precipitation variation in Limburg (May)

Maastricht

In May Maastricht 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
179 hours
210 hours
206 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Maastricht →

Valkenburg

In May Valkenburg 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
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
179 hours
210 hours
206 hours
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Valkenburg →

Roggel

In May Roggel 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)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
164 hours
208 hours
207 hours
Monthly rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Roggel →

Stramproy

In May Stramproy 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)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
164 hours
208 hours
207 hours
Monthly rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Stramproy →

Brunssum

In May Brunssum 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
179 hours
210 hours
206 hours
Monthly rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Brunssum →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Limburg, in the Netherlands.

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Maastricht 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Valkenburg 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Roggel 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Stramproy 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Brunssum 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Mechelen 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)

Limburg weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

In May, Limburg, the Netherlands generally has pleasant weather conditions. Maastricht sees daytime temperatures near 19°C (66°F), with nights cooling to roughly 9°C (48°F).

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

Maastricht averages a daytime maximum of 19°C (66°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 9°C (48°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Limburg, the Netherlands during May, with Maastricht averaging close to 63 mm (2.5 in).

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

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Maastricht, May might be a good time to visit Limburg, the Netherlands. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Maastricht. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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