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Silkeborg Weather in May

May in Silkeborg averages 17°C (63°F) during the day and 7°C (45°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 Silkeborg in May

Rain is expected on roughly 13 days, totalling around 66 mm (2.6 in) for the month. Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.

Temperature in Silkeborg in May

May in Silkeborg brings typical temperatures with highs around 17°C (63°F) and lows of 7°C (45°F). The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. At 7°C (45°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Silkeborg in May

There are approximately 226 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, July and August typically offer the best circumstances for Silkeborg.

Silkeborg Temperature in May

Min Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Max Temperature
17°C (63°F)
Chance of Rain
43%
Precipitation
66 mm (2.6 in)
Rainy days
13 days
Humidity
77% *
Sunshine
226 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
45% *
* Data from: Karup, Denmark (28 KM, 17 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 Silkeborg in May

Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Silkeborg in May

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

  • Cycling
    6/10
  • Walking
    6/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

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