May weather forecast
The Hague, Netherlands

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Weather in May

In May, weather patterns continue to favor warmth, and it becomes one of the warmer months without snowfall. Cloud cover decreases slightly, allowing more sunshine and leading to an increase in daylight hours to 15.7. This brings higher sea temperatures and lower wind speed, transforming the city's weather into a more pleasant state. May, however, does see an increase in rainfall from 30mm (1.18") to 43mm (1.69"). The increase in UV index from 3 to 4 heralds the arrival of the summer months.

Temperature

With May's arrival, The Hague's weather records an average high-temperature of a moderate 15.3°C (59.5°F), marking little difference from April's 12.7°C (54.9°F). During May, The Hague's temperature averages to a fresh 10.1°C (50.2°F) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In The Hague, in May, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 30mm (1.18") of accumulated precipitation. In The Hague, Netherlands, during the entire year, the rain falls for 198.4 days and collects up to 554mm (21.81") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In The Hague, Netherlands, snow does not fall in May through October.

Sea temperature

In The Hague, in May, the average water temperature is 11.8°C (53.2°F).
Note: Caution: 11.8°C (53.2°F) temperatures below 10°C (50°F) during swimming can result in intense cold shock and quickened breathing.

Daylight

In The Hague, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 21:08. On the last day of May, in The Hague, sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 21:52 CEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in The Hague is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in The Hague is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 4 during May morphs into the following directions:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in The Hague?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in The Hague, Netherlands, are 15.3°C (59.5°F) and 10.1°C (50.2°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in The Hague?

In The Hague, Netherlands, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May in The Hague?

In The Hague, Netherlands, in May, during 14.2 rainfall days, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in The Hague?

May through October are months without snowfall in The Hague, Netherlands.

Does it snow in The Hague in May?

In May, in The Hague, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the sea water temperature in May in The Hague?

In May, the average sea temperature in The Hague is 11.8°C (53.2°F). Swimming in 11.8°C (53.2°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does The Hague have in May?

In The Hague, the average day length in May is 15h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in The Hague?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 21:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 21:52 CEST.

How many hours of sunshine does The Hague have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in The Hague is 8.9h.

What is the UV index reading in May in The Hague?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in The Hague, Netherlands, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
The Hague, Netherlands

Average temperature in May - The Hague, Netherlands
  • Average high temperature in May: 15.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 10.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.9°C).

Average pressure in May
The Hague, Netherlands

Average pressure in May - The Hague, Netherlands
  • Average pressure in May: 1016.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May
The Hague, Netherlands

Average wind speed in May - The Hague, Netherlands
  • Average wind speed in May: 16.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (24.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (16.2km/h).

Average humidity in May
The Hague, Netherlands

Average humidity in May - The Hague, Netherlands
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (75%).

Average rainfall in May
The Hague, Netherlands

Average rainfall in May - The Hague, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall in May: 30mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (65mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (18mm).

Average rainfall days in May
The Hague, Netherlands

Average rainfall days in May - The Hague, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.2 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are August and December (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (12.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
The Hague, Netherlands

Average snowfall in May - The Hague, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (24mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
The Hague, Netherlands

Average snowfall days in May - The Hague, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
The Hague, Netherlands

Average sea temperature in May - The Hague, Netherlands
  • Average sea temperature in May: 11.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (18.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (6.2°C).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
The Hague, Netherlands

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - The Hague, Netherlands
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
The Hague, Netherlands

Average sunshine days in May - The Hague, Netherlands
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (7.1 days).

Average UV index in May
The Hague, Netherlands

Average UV index in May - The Hague, Netherlands
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
The Hague, Netherlands

Average cloud cover in May - The Hague, Netherlands
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in May
The Hague, Netherlands

Average visibility in May - The Hague, Netherlands
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (9km).

The Hague, Netherlands

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