May weather forecast
Amsterdam, South Africa

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Amsterdam, is also an agreeable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 8.3°C (46.9°F) and max 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Temperature

Amsterdam experiences a subtle adjustment in high-temperatures to a still pleasant 21.8°C (71.2°F) with the onset of May, maintaining near parity with April's 22.4°C (72.3°F). In stark contrast to the day's heat, the temperature in Amsterdam dips to an average of 8.3°C (46.9°F) during May nights.

Humidity

In Amsterdam, the average relative humidity in May is 66%.

Rainfall

In Amsterdam, in May, it is raining for 4.9 days, with typically 7mm (0.28") of accumulated precipitation. In Amsterdam, South Africa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.6 days and collects up to 538mm (21.18") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 10h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 17:26. On the last day of May, in Amsterdam, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 17:12 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Amsterdam is 7.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Amsterdam, South Africa, are April through July, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during May translates into these guidelines:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Amsterdam?

In Amsterdam, in May, the average high-temperature is 21.8°C (71.2°F), and the average low-temperature is 8.3°C (46.9°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Amsterdam?

In Amsterdam, South Africa, the average relative humidity in May is 66%.

How much does it rain in Amsterdam in May?

In Amsterdam, South Africa, during May, the rain falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 7mm (0.28") of precipitation.

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

The average day length in May in Amsterdam, South Africa, is 10h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Amsterdam?

On the first day of May in Amsterdam, South Africa, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 17:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 17:12 SAST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Amsterdam?

In Amsterdam, South Africa, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Amsterdam?

April through July, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index in Amsterdam, South Africa.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Amsterdam?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Amsterdam is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Amsterdam, South Africa

Average temperature in May - Amsterdam, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in May: 21.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (26.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (19.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 8.3°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and December (15.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.6°C).

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Average pressure in May
Amsterdam, South Africa

Average pressure in May - Amsterdam, South Africa
  • Average pressure in May: 1020.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.3mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1014.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Amsterdam, South Africa

Average wind speed in May - Amsterdam, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.5km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are June and September (9.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (6.7km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Amsterdam, South Africa

Average humidity in May - Amsterdam, South Africa
  • Average humidity in May: 66%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (54%).

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Average rainfall in May
Amsterdam, South Africa

Average rainfall in May - Amsterdam, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in May: 7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (105mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (3mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Amsterdam, South Africa

Average rainfall days in May - Amsterdam, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in May: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (23 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.6 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Amsterdam, South Africa

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Amsterdam, South Africa
  • Average daylight in May: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Amsterdam, South Africa

Average sunshine days in May - Amsterdam, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in May: 24.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Amsterdam, South Africa

Average UV index in May - Amsterdam, South Africa
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The month with the highest UV index is November (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June and July (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in May
Amsterdam, South Africa

Average cloud cover in May - Amsterdam, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in May: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in May
Amsterdam, South Africa

Average visibility in May - Amsterdam, South Africa
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (7km).

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