Terschelling Weather in May

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

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West-Terschelling Midsland Hoorn Oosterend

Planning a getaway to Terschelling, 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 Terschelling in May

Terschelling, the Netherlands is a region in the Netherlands. May in Terschelling generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 14°C (57°F) and nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) in West-Terschelling.

To explore the conditions in Terschelling, the Netherlands in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

May is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 55 mm (2.2 in) in West-Terschelling.

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, West-Terschelling gets approximately 233 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Terschelling by month

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

January8°C (46°F) February7°C (45°F) March8°C (46°F) April11°C (52°F) May14°C (57°F) June17°C (63°F) This monthJuly19°C (66°F) August20°C (68°F) September18°C (64°F) October15°C (59°F) November12°C (54°F) December9°C (48°F)
Best Time to Visit Terschelling →

Best Places to Visit in Terschelling in May

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

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 Terschelling

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

Temperature range in Terschelling (May)

Precipitation variation in Terschelling (May)

West-Terschelling

In May West-Terschelling 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
202 hours
233 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in West-Terschelling →

Midsland

In May Midsland 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
202 hours
233 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Midsland →

Hoorn

In May Hoorn 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
202 hours
233 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Hoorn →

Oosterend

In May Oosterend generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°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
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
233 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Oosterend →

Formerum

In May Formerum 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
202 hours
233 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Formerum →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
West-Terschelling 14°C (57°F) 11°C (52°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Midsland 14°C (57°F) 11°C (52°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Hoorn 14°C (57°F) 11°C (52°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Oosterend 14°C (57°F) 10°C (50°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Formerum 14°C (57°F) 11°C (52°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Baaiduinen 14°C (57°F) 11°C (52°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)

Terschelling weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Terschelling, the Netherlands typically experiences tolerable weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in West-Terschelling average around 14°C (57°F), and temperatures drop to about 11°C (52°F) at night.

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

West-Terschelling averages a daytime maximum of 14°C (57°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 11°C (52°F).

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

May is on the drier side in Terschelling, the Netherlands. West-Terschelling averages only about 55 mm (2.2 in), with most days staying dry.

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

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Terschelling, the Netherlands with overall tolerable weather in West-Terschelling. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, July and August provide pleasant weather in West-Terschelling. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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