May · Netherlands
Best time to visit Amsterdam in MayWeather, crowds & prices
May score
8.2/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 14°C
- Rainfall
- 75 mm
- Humidity
- 81%
- Sunny days
- 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 sunny days this month.
Glide along the canals by bike and linger in world-class museums during Amsterdam’s gentle May–September spell.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Amsterdam in May?
- In May, Amsterdam averages 14°C, 75 mm of rain, and about 23 sunny days. 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 sunny days.
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