May weather forecast
Makkum, Netherlands

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Makkum, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between min 9.1°C (48.4°F) and max 14.2°C (57.6°F).

Temperature

May's beginning signals an average high-temperature of a refreshing 14.2°C (57.6°F), barely different from April's 11.6°C (52.9°F). Makkum experiences a consistent average temperature of 9.1°C (48.4°F) throughout the nights in May.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are April, May and August, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout May, 20mm (0.79") of precipitation is accumulated. In Makkum, during the entire year, the rain falls for 188.1 days and collects up to 390mm (15.35") of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Sea temperature

In May, the average sea temperature is 11.1°C (52°F).
Note: Dipping into 11.1°C (52°F) below 10°C (50°F) is possible with the right protection; absent that, anticipate cold shock and hampered breathing. Swimming momentarily at 13°C (55.4°F) can be jarring.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Makkum is 15h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 21:07. On the last day of May, in Makkum, sunrise is at 05:18 and sunset at 21:53 CEST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Makkum is 8.9h.

UV index

In Makkum, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Makkum in May?
The high-temperature, in May, in Makkum, records 14.2°C (57.6°F), while the low-temperature is 9.1°C (48.4°F).
What are the least humid months in Makkum?
The months with the lowest humidity are April, May and August, with an average relative humidity of 79%.
What is the average humidity in May in Makkum?
In Makkum, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.
How much does it rain in Makkum in May?
In Makkum, in May, during 13.3 rainfall days, 20mm (0.79") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When it does not snow in Makkum?
April through October are months without snowfall in Makkum, Netherlands.
What is the sea water temperature in May in Makkum?
In May, the average sea temperature in Makkum is 11.1°C (52°F). Swimming in 11.1°C (52°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.
How many hours of daylight does Makkum have in May?
The average day length in May is 15h and 52min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Makkum?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 21:07. On the last day of the month, in Makkum, sunrise is at 05:18 and sunset at 21:53 CEST.
How many hours of sunshine does Makkum have in May?
The average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.
What is the UV index reading in May in Makkum?
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Makkum, Netherlands, is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May - Makkum, Netherlands
Average temperature in May
Makkum, Netherlands
  • Average high temperature in May: 14.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (20.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (5.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 9.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.3°C).

Average pressure in May - Makkum, Netherlands
Average pressure in May
Makkum, Netherlands
  • Average pressure in May: 1016.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.7mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Makkum, Netherlands
Average wind speed in May
Makkum, Netherlands
  • Average wind speed in May: 18.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (26.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (17.2km/h).

Average humidity in May - Makkum, Netherlands
Average humidity in May
Makkum, Netherlands
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and August (79%).

Average rainfall in May - Makkum, Netherlands
Average rainfall in May
Makkum, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall in May: 20mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (46mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (16mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Makkum, Netherlands
Average rainfall days in May
Makkum, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in May - Makkum, Netherlands
Average snowfall in May
Makkum, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (15mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May - Makkum, Netherlands
Average snowfall days in May
Makkum, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May - Makkum, Netherlands
Average sea temperature in May
Makkum, Netherlands
  • Average sea temperature in May: 11.1°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (17.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (5.8°C).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Makkum, Netherlands
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Makkum, Netherlands
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May - Makkum, Netherlands
Average sunshine days in May
Makkum, Netherlands
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (7.1 days).

Average UV index in May - Makkum, Netherlands
Average UV index in May
Makkum, Netherlands
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May - Makkum, Netherlands
Average cloud cover in May
Makkum, Netherlands
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in May - Makkum, Netherlands
Average visibility in May
Makkum, Netherlands
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (9km).

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