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NetherlandsThe weather in May in Terschelling
It's cool to moderate in May in Terschelling with an average temperature of 15°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 11°C to a high of 18°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 6°C and 12°C.
Looking for sun and warm weather? May isn’t a good month to be in Terschelling. 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 Terschelling, 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 28°C in 2017, Terschelling reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 8°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -1°C to a highest value of 17°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Terschelling is 12°C this month. This is too cold to swim without protective gear.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 40 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in May for Terschelling
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Terschelling. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Terschelling | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 15°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 18°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 6°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 40 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 7 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Terschelling 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 16°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 Terschelling is around 17°C, while nighttime temps are about 11°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.
Check out the climate of Terschelling for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Terschelling is based on weather data from Midsland aan Zee. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Terschelling to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Terschelling, Netherlands. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Terschelling
Temperature in May in Terschelling over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Terschelling, 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 Terschelling
Total precipitation in May in Terschelling over the years
Daily UV index in May in Terschelling
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Terschelling, 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 Terschelling by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Terschelling. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.