May weather forecast
Utrecht, Netherlands

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Weather in May

May is when Utrecht truly begins to feel the essence of spring with warmer temperatures and increased daylight hours. Rainfall continues its course with 24mm precipitation, but not without an equal measure of the spring sun, shining for an average of 8.4 hours daily. The ambient pressure remains stable, subtly indicating the impending summer. Despite the precipitation, sightseeing proves to be pleasant under the clear visibility and the relatively low cloud cover. With the UV Index increasing to 4, tourists are urged to pack their sunscreens for protection during outdoor excursions.

Temperature

The arrival of May sees a recorded average high-temperature of a still refreshing 17.2°C, showing little divergence from the previous month's conditions. Throughout May, Utrecht anticipates an average low-temperature of 8.5°C.

Humidity

In Utrecht, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Utrecht, during May, the rain falls for 14.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 24mm of precipitation. In Utrecht, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.3 days and collects up to 300mm of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Utrecht.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Utrecht is 15h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 21:03. On the last day of May, in Utrecht, sunrise is at 05:25 and sunset at 21:48 CEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

In Utrecht, Netherlands, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 4 in May translates into the following instructions:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
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FAQ

What is the average May temperature in Utrecht?

The high-temperature, in May, in Utrecht, is 17.2°C, while the low-temperature averages to 8.5°C.

What is the average humidity in May in Utrecht?

In May, the average relative humidity in Utrecht, Netherlands, is 77%.

How much does it rain in Utrecht in May?

In Utrecht, in May, it is raining for 14.6 days, with typically 24mm of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Utrecht?

In Utrecht, snow does not fall in April through October.

What is the average length of the day in May in Utrecht?

In May, the average day length is 15h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Utrecht?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 21:03. On the last day of the month, in Utrecht, Netherlands, sunrise is at 05:25 and sunset at 21:48 CEST.

How many hours of sunshine does Utrecht have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Utrecht is 8.4h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Utrecht?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Utrecht is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Utrecht, Netherlands

Average temperature in May - Utrecht, Netherlands
  • Average high temperature in May: 17.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (22.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 8.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (1.4°C).

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Average pressure in May
Utrecht, Netherlands

Average pressure in May - Utrecht, Netherlands
  • Average pressure in May: 1016.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Utrecht, Netherlands

Average wind speed in May - Utrecht, Netherlands
  • Average wind speed in May: 13.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.9km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Utrecht, Netherlands

Average humidity in May - Utrecht, Netherlands
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

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Average rainfall in May
Utrecht, Netherlands

Average rainfall in May - Utrecht, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall in May: 24mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (36mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (15mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Utrecht, Netherlands

Average rainfall days in May - Utrecht, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (10.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Utrecht, Netherlands

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (21mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Utrecht, Netherlands

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are February and December (2.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Utrecht, Netherlands

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Utrecht, Netherlands
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Utrecht, Netherlands

Average sunshine days in May - Utrecht, Netherlands
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Utrecht, Netherlands

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

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Utrecht, Netherlands

Average cloud cover in May - Utrecht, Netherlands
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 41).

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Average visibility in May
Utrecht, Netherlands

Average visibility in May - Utrecht, Netherlands
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

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

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