Amsterdam · May
Best travel monthTravel seasonNetherlands · Europe
Max Temp
17.5°C
Min Temp
9.4°C
Sunshine
7 h/day
Rain Days
7 days
Rainfall
53.2 mm
Humidity
74%
Avg Temp
13.5°C
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
May is one of the best months to visit Amsterdam — with 7 sunshine hours per day and pleasant highs of 18°C.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 18°C, cooling to 9°C at night (daily average: 14°C). The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 7 rain days with 53 mm total.
Layer up — warm days and cool evenings alternate. Perfect timing for hikes and sightseeing.
Packing list for Amsterdam in May
- Langarmhemden und leichte Hosen
- Leichte Jacke
- Pullover oder Fleece
- Sonnencreme LSF 50
- Sonnenbrille
- Sonnenhut
- Leichter Regenschirm oder Regenponcho
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is May a good time to visit Amsterdam?
- Yes — May is one of the best months to visit Amsterdam (Climate Score: 63/100). Pleasant temperatures (18°C), good sunshine (7 h/day), and few rain days (7) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Amsterdam in May?
- In May, Amsterdam sees daily highs of 18°C. Nights cool to 9°C, with a daily average of 14°C.
- How much rain falls in Amsterdam in May?
- In May, Amsterdam receives an average of 53 mm of rain over 7 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Amsterdam get in May?
- Amsterdam averages 7 sunshine hours per day in May — above the annual average.
