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Wateren Weather in May

May in Wateren brings pleasant temperatures, with daytime highs of 18°C (64°F) and nights around 8°C (46°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 70 mm (2.8 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Wateren in May

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 15 days of rain, with 70 mm (2.8 in) average for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Wateren in May

In May, Wateren sees pleasant temperatures, with highs of 18°C (64°F). Nights drop to around 8°C (46°F). Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. With overnight lows of 8°C (46°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Wateren in May

Enjoy a sunny month with about 201 hours of sunshine, the clear skies make Wateren even more beautiful.

Wind Speed in Wateren in May

Wind speeds average 3 m/s (6 knots) during May. At this speed, light breezes keep leaves and small twigs in gentle motion while the wind also provides natural cooling. Since this is an average, some days are more tranquil while others have more persistent light winds that are more noticeable.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm, June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable 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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Wateren Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 18°C (64°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 49%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 70 mm (2.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 75% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 3 m/s (6 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 201 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 39% *  
* Data from: Assen, the Netherlands (20 KM, 12 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 Wateren 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. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Wateren in May

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

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

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