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Overijssel Weather in May

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

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

What to Expect in Overijssel in May

Overijssel, the Netherlands is a region in the Netherlands. May in Overijssel generally has pleasant temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 18°C (64°F) and nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) in De Bult.

For specific regional insights in Overijssel, the Netherlands, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Blokzijl with an average of 65 mm (2.6 in) to moderate rainfall in Dalfsen with 70 mm (2.8 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. De Bult sees close to 201 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Overijssel by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Overijssel — and find the best time to visit. (based on De Bult)

January7°C (45°F) February7°C (45°F) March11°C (52°F) April15°C (59°F) May18°C (64°F) This monthJune21°C (70°F) July23°C (73°F) August23°C (73°F) September20°C (68°F) October15°C (59°F) November10°C (50°F) December7°C (45°F)
Best Time to Visit Overijssel →

Best Places to Visit in Overijssel in May

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

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 Overijssel

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

Temperature range in Overijssel (May)

Precipitation variation in Overijssel (May)

De Bult

In May De Bult generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°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)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
148 hours
201 hours
184 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in De Bult →

Hoge-Hexel

In May Hoge-Hexel 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
189 hours
214 hours
201 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Hoge-Hexel →

Giethoorn

In May Giethoorn generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°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)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
148 hours
201 hours
184 hours
Monthly rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Giethoorn →

Dalfsen

In May Dalfsen generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°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)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
214 hours
201 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Dalfsen →

Zwolle

In May Zwolle 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)
21°C (70°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)
70 mm (2.8 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Zwolle →

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

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
De Bult 18°C (64°F) 9°C (48°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Hoge-Hexel 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Giethoorn 18°C (64°F) 9°C (48°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Dalfsen 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Zwolle 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Ootmarsum 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)

Overijssel weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect pleasant weather across Overijssel, the Netherlands in May. The popular destination of De Bult averages 18°C (64°F) by day and 9°C (48°F) at night during this month.

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

Average temperatures in Overijssel, the Netherlands during May range from a nighttime low near 9°C (48°F) to a daytime high around 18°C (64°F) in De Bult.

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

May is on the drier side in Overijssel, the Netherlands. De Bult averages only about 68 mm (2.7 in), with most days staying dry.

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

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

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in De Bult. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, November and December tend to be poor.

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