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Noord-Holland Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Noord-Holland, the Netherlands in May.

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Are you planning a trip a to Noord-Holland, the Netherlands in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Noord-Holland in May

Noord-Holland, the Netherlands is a region in the Netherlands. May in Noord-Holland generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between mild in De Koog at 14°C (57°F) to pleasant in Hilversum at 19°C (66°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Hilversum and 11°C (52°F) in De Koog.

For specific regional insights in Noord-Holland, the Netherlands, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in De Koog with an average of 53 mm (2.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Enkhuizen with 68 mm (2.7 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Amsterdam typically receives 220 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Noord-Holland by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Noord-Holland — and find the best time to visit. (based on Amsterdam)

January7°C (45°F) February8°C (46°F) March10°C (50°F) April14°C (57°F) May17°C (63°F) June20°C (68°F) This monthJuly22°C (72°F) August22°C (72°F) September19°C (66°F) October15°C (59°F) November11°C (52°F) December8°C (46°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Noord-Holland in May

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

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 Noord-Holland

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

Temperature range in Noord-Holland (May)

Precipitation variation in Noord-Holland (May)

Amsterdam

In May Amsterdam generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
181 hours
220 hours
203 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
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Zandvoort

In May Zandvoort generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Zandvoort →

De Koog

In May De Koog generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
216 hours
248 hours
231 hours
Monthly rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in De Koog →

Haarlem

In May Haarlem generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
218 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Haarlem →

Egmond aan Zee

In May Egmond aan Zee generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Noord-Holland in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Amsterdam 17°C (63°F) 10°C (50°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Zandvoort 16°C (61°F) 10°C (50°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
De Koog 14°C (57°F) 11°C (52°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Haarlem 16°C (61°F) 10°C (50°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Egmond aan Zee 15°C (59°F) 10°C (50°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Hippolytushoef 15°C (59°F) 11°C (52°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)

Noord-Holland weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Noord-Holland, the Netherlands in May?

Noord-Holland, the Netherlands typically experiences tolerable weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Amsterdam average around 17°C (63°F), and temperatures drop to about 10°C (50°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Noord-Holland, the Netherlands in May?

Average temperatures in Noord-Holland, the Netherlands during May range from a nighttime low near 10°C (50°F) to a daytime high around 17°C (63°F) in Amsterdam.

Does Noord-Holland, the Netherlands get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Noord-Holland, the Netherlands during May, with Amsterdam averaging close to 66 mm (2.6 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Noord-Holland, the Netherlands?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Noord-Holland, the Netherlands with overall tolerable weather in Amsterdam.

On average, the best time to visit Noord-Holland, the Netherlands is in June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Amsterdam. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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