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Zuid-Holland Weather in May

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

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Rotterdam The Hague Noordwijk aan Zee Scheveningen

Planning a getaway to Zuid-Holland, 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 Zuid-Holland in May

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

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Noordwijk aan Zee at 16°C (61°F) to pleasant in Willemsdorp at 19°C (66°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Willemsdorp and 10°C (50°F) in Noordwijk aan Zee.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Ouddorp with an average of 61 mm (2.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Gouda with 69 mm (2.7 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, The Hague gets approximately 232 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Zuid-Holland by month

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

January7°C (45°F) February8°C (46°F) March11°C (52°F) April15°C (59°F) May18°C (64°F) June21°C (70°F) This monthJuly23°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 Zuid-Holland →

Best Places to Visit in Zuid-Holland in May

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

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

Temperature range in Zuid-Holland (May)

Precipitation variation in Zuid-Holland (May)

The Hague

In May The Hague 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)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
192 hours
232 hours
218 hours
Monthly rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in The Hague →

Rotterdam

In May Rotterdam 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
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
193 hours
228 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Rotterdam →

Noordwijk aan Zee

In May Noordwijk aan Zee 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
192 hours
232 hours
218 hours
Monthly rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Noordwijk aan Zee →

Scheveningen

In May Scheveningen 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
192 hours
232 hours
218 hours
Monthly rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Scheveningen →

Dordrecht

In May Dordrecht 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
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
193 hours
228 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Zuid-Holland, in the Netherlands.

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Rotterdam 18°C (64°F) 9°C (48°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
The Hague 17°C (63°F) 10°C (50°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Noordwijk aan Zee 16°C (61°F) 10°C (50°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Scheveningen 17°C (63°F) 10°C (50°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Dordrecht 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Leiden 17°C (63°F) 10°C (50°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)

Zuid-Holland weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

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

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

The Hague averages a daytime maximum of 17°C (63°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 10°C (50°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Zuid-Holland, the Netherlands during May, with The Hague averaging close to 63 mm (2.5 in).

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

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

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

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Zuid-Holland.

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