The weather in May in IJmuiden

It's cool to moderate in May in IJmuiden with an average temperature of 16°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 12°C to a high of 20°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 4°C and 13°C.

Looking for sun and warm weather? May isn’t a good month to be in IJmuiden. 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 IJmuiden, 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, IJmuiden reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 9°C in 2019. 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 IJmuiden is 12°C this month. This is too cold to swim without protective gear.

Rainfall amount

In May, there is an average of 76 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.

Daily weather in May for IJmuiden

Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in IJmuiden. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.

May weather comparison

  IJmuiden New York
Average temperature 16°C 22°C
Max. temperature 20°C 28°C
Min. temperature 4°C -5°C
Total precipitation 76 mm 105 mm
Rainy days 12 days 14 days

Start of May

The month of May starts in IJmuiden with cool temps, averaging around 15°C during the day and nights around 8°C.

Mid May

By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 17°C, with nights around 10°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 IJmuiden is around 19°C, while nighttime temps are about 11°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.

Find affordable trips to IJmuiden

UV index

The UV index is a maximum of 7 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.

Check out the climate of IJmuiden for all months and discover the best travel time

Curious about the weather in other parts of Netherlands? Check out the climate and weather for spots like Texel, Veluwe, Zeeland, or explore other destinations in Netherlands.

Temperature charts

These charts show the average temperatures in May in IJmuiden, Netherlands. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.

Daily Temperature in May in IJmuiden

Temperature in May in IJmuiden over the years

Precipitation charts

These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in IJmuiden, 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 IJmuiden

Total precipitation in May in IJmuiden over the years

Daily UV index in May in IJmuiden

This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in IJmuiden, 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.

Weather experiences in May in IJmuiden

Have you been to IJmuiden in May?

Share your weather experience in May in IJmuiden.

Your email will not be shown in the review and will not be shared with others.

Average weather in IJmuiden by month

Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for IJmuiden. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.