May · Netherlands
Best time to visit Rotterdam in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Rotterdam in May
Average temperature 14°C, 88 mm of rain, about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 78% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
8.0/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 14°C
- Rainfall
- 88 mm
- Humidity
- 78%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 27
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Rotterdam scores 8.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 14°C, 88 mm of rain, and roughly 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Rotterdam rebuilt itself in glass and steel, and its harbour, bridges, and museums reward a walking or cycling stay.
May in Rotterdam: 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 88 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 15.7 hours of daylight.
It scores 8/10 here, 4th of 12 months, against 9.1/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a packable rain layer.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Rotterdam in May?
- In May, Rotterdam averages 14°C, 88 mm of rain, and about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.0/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Rotterdam?
- May earns a 8.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Rotterdam in May?
- Expect about 88 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 78% and there are about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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