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Slagelse Weather in May

May in Slagelse averages 16°C (61°F) during the day and 9°C (48°F) at night. Around 55 mm (2.2 in) of rainfall is typical for this time of year.

Rainfall in Slagelse in May

Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 12 days with rain, averaging 55 mm (2.2 in) for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Slagelse in May

Daytime temperatures in Slagelse reach 16°C (61°F) in May, dropping to 9°C (48°F) at night. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. At 9°C (48°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Slagelse in May

The city usually sees around 255 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days — a great month for sightseeing.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, July and August typically offer 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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Slagelse Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C (48°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C (61°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 38%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 55 mm (2.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 73% *  
SunshineSunshine 255 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Odense, Denmark (61 KM, 37 Miles).

Best Places in Denmark 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 Slagelse 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. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Slagelse 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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