May · Netherlands
Best time to visit Amsterdam in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Amsterdam in May
Average temperature 14°C, 75 mm of rain, about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 81% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
8.2/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 14°C
- Rainfall
- 75 mm
- Humidity
- 81%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 23
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Amsterdam scores 8.2/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 14°C, 75 mm of rain, and roughly 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Glide along the canals by bike and linger in world-class museums during Amsterdam’s gentle May–September spell.
May in Amsterdam: strong conditions, 4th of 12
May averages 14°C (57°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.
Rainfall runs 75 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 15.5 hours of daylight.
It scores 8.2/10 here, 4th of 12 months, against 9/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a packable rain layer.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Amsterdam in May?
- In May, Amsterdam averages 14°C, 75 mm of rain, and about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.2/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Amsterdam?
- May earns a 8.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Amsterdam in May?
- Expect about 75 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 81% and there are about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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