NetherlandsThe weather in May in Den Helder
It's cool to moderate in May in Den Helder with an average temperature of 16°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 12°C to a high of 19°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 6°C and 13°C.
Looking for sun and warm weather? May isn’t a good month to be in Den Helder. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Den Helder, Netherlands. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 31°C in 2017, Den Helder reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 9°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 1°C to a highest value of 18°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Den Helder is 12°C this month. This is too cold to swim without protective gear.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 37 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in May for Den Helder
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Den Helder. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Den Helder | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 16°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 19°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 6°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 37 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 7 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Den Helder with cool temps, averaging around 15°C during the day and nights around 9°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 17°C, with nights around 11°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Den Helder is around 18°C, while nighttime temps are about 12°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Den Helder, Netherlands. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Den Helder
Temperature in May in Den Helder over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Den Helder, Netherlands. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Den Helder
Total precipitation in May in Den Helder over the years
Daily UV index in May in Den Helder
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Den Helder, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Den Helder by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Den Helder. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.