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Rijs Weather in May

During May, Rijs experiences moderate daytime temperatures of 16°C (61°F) and cooler nights around 11°C (52°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 70 mm (2.8 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Rijs in May

The climate data from previous years indicates about 14 days of rain, averaging 70 mm (2.8 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Rijs in May

May in Rijs sees highs of 16°C (61°F) and lows of 11°C (52°F) overnight. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. Nights drop to around 11°C (52°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.

Sunshine in Rijs in May

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 233 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for playing sports, visiting parks, or going for a bike ride.

For Rijs itself, June, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Rijs Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 11°C (52°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C (61°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 46%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 70 mm (2.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 79% *  
SunshineSunshine 233 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 46% *  
* Data from: Leeuwaren, the Netherlands (42 KM, 26 Miles).

Best Places in the Netherlands in May

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Legend 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).

What to Wear in Rijs in May

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in May, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Rijs in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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