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Wageningen Weather in May
Wageningen in May sees pleasant temperatures, with highs around 19°C (66°F) and overnight lows of 9°C (48°F). Rainfall is fairly high at around 67 mm (2.6 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.
Rainfall in Wageningen in May
Typically, you can expect about 14 days of rain this month, with 67 mm (2.6 in) on average. Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.
Temperature in Wageningen in May
May in Wageningen brings typical temperatures with highs around 19°C (66°F) and lows of 9°C (48°F). This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With lows around 9°C (48°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.
Sunshine in Wageningen in May
Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 198 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit Wageningen.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. June, July, August and September typically offer the best weather for Wageningen.
Wageningen Temperature in May
Min Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Max Temperature
19°C (66°F)
Chance of Rain
46%
Precipitation
67 mm (2.6 in)
Rainy days
14 days
Sunshine
198 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Arnhem, the Netherlands (16 KM, 10 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 Wageningen in May
For Wageningen 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. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
What To Do in Wageningen in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming6/10 -
Cycling10/10 -
Walking10/10 -
Barbeque7/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
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