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Selm Weather in May
May in Selm averages 20°C (68°F) during the day and 9°C (48°F) at night. Quite a bit of rainfall is typical this month, with around 66 mm (2.6 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.
Rainfall in Selm in May
The climate data from previous years indicates about 15 days of rain, averaging 66 mm (2.6 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.
Temperature in Selm in May
The excellent temperature in Selm in May makes it a solid month to visit, with 20°C (68°F) during the day and 9°C (48°F) at night. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. Nights drop to 9°C (48°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.
Sunshine in Selm in May
With approximately 236 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit.
Selm Temperature in May
Min Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Max Temperature
20°C (68°F)
Chance of Rain
50%
Precipitation
66 mm (2.6 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Sunshine
236 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Bochum, Germany (29 KM, 18 Miles).
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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 Selm in May
For Selm in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
What To Do in Selm in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling10/10 -
Walking10/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
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