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Zeeland Weather in May

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

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Breskens Domburg Vlissingen Ouddorp

Planning a getaway to Zeeland, 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 Zeeland in May

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

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from mild in Renesse at 16°C (61°F) to pleasant in Tholen at 19°C (66°F). At night it cools down to 9°C (48°F) in Tholen and 10°C (50°F) in Renesse.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Domburg with an average of 60 mm (2.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Tholen with 68 mm (2.7 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Breskens typically receives 236 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Zeeland by month

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

January8°C (46°F) February8°C (46°F) March11°C (52°F) April14°C (57°F) May18°C (64°F) This monthJune20°C (68°F) July23°C (73°F) August23°C (73°F) September20°C (68°F) October16°C (61°F) November11°C (52°F) December8°C (46°F)
Best Time to Visit Zeeland →

Best Places to Visit in Zeeland in May

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

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 Zeeland

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

Temperature range in Zeeland (May)

Precipitation variation in Zeeland (May)

Breskens

In May Breskens generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
236 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Breskens →

Domburg

In May Domburg 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
210 hours
236 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Domburg →

Vlissingen

In May Vlissingen generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
236 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Vlissingen →

Ouddorp

In May Ouddorp 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
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
193 hours
228 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Ouddorp →

Middelburg

In May Middelburg generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
236 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Middelburg →

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

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Breskens 18°C (64°F) 10°C (50°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Domburg 16°C (61°F) 10°C (50°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Vlissingen 18°C (64°F) 10°C (50°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Ouddorp 17°C (63°F) 10°C (50°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Middelburg 18°C (64°F) 10°C (50°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Renesse 16°C (61°F) 10°C (50°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)

Zeeland weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Zeeland, the Netherlands typically experiences pleasant weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Breskens average around 18°C (64°F), and temperatures drop to about 10°C (50°F) at night.

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

In Breskens, the average daytime high in May is 18°C (64°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 10°C (50°F).

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

Not particularly. Breskens averages just 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Zeeland, the Netherlands.

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

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

On average, the best time to visit Zeeland, the Netherlands is in June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Breskens. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.

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