May weather forecastOstend, Belgium

May

Weather in May

May welcomes the characteristics of late spring, with favorable weather conditions brightening up Ostend, Belgium. The daylight extends, offering an abundance of sunshine, which harmonizes with the blossoming nature. There is an increase in humidity as the rainfall progresses to 56mm (2.2") over the course of the month. Nonetheless, the general atmosphere grows warmer and more pleasant, even though occasional rainy days make their inevitable appearance. As the environment gradually adopts a summer-like glow, it becomes an ideal time for outdoor excursions and activities.

Temperature

With the onset of May, Ostend's weather sees a minor temperature rise, transitioning from a fresh 11.4°C (52.5°F) in April to a moderate 15.3°C (59.5°F). Throughout the month of May, Ostend witnesses an average temperature of 7.9°C (46.2°F).

Rainfall

In Ostend, during May, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 56mm (2.2") of precipitation. In Ostend, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127 days and collects up to 762mm (30") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Ostend is 15h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 21:11. On the last day of May, in Ostend, Belgium, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 21:53 CEST.

Frequently asked questions

In Ostend, 15.3°C (59.5°F) is the average high-temperature and 7.9°C (46.2°F) is the average low-temperature during May.

In May, in Ostend, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout May, 56mm (2.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

The average day length in May in Ostend, Belgium, is 15h and 36min.

On the first day of May in Ostend, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 21:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 21:53 CEST.
Average high temperature
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Average temperature in May
Ostend, Belgium

  • Average high temperature in May: 15.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (20.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 7.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (0.5°C).

Average rainfall in May
Ostend, Belgium

  • Average rainfall in May: 56.2mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (83.9mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (44.5mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Ostend, Belgium

  • Average rainfall days in May: 10 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January, November and December (13 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (8 days).

Average daylight in May
Ostend, Belgium

  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 0min).