May weather forecast
Vlissingen, Netherlands

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Weather in May

May brings the true essence of spring in Vlissingen with the most pronounced rise in temperature. As the month progresses, the warming conditions pave the way for more outdoor recreational activities. The precipitation level, however, increases back to 41mm (1.61") and is spread over 16.5 days. The sea's influence is more pronounced as its temperature rises to 12.1°C (53.8°F), showing a deep interplay with the city's climate. The wind gusts recorded are about 26.7km/h (16.6mph), maintaining the windy nature the city is known for.

Temperature

Vlissingen records an average high-temperature of a refreshing 14.8°C (58.6°F) in May, closely mirroring the climate of the previous month. In Vlissingen, the month of May records an average minimum temperature of 10.1°C (50.2°F), a slight dip from the daily highs.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Vlissingen is 77%.

Rainfall

In Vlissingen, Netherlands, in May, it is raining for 16.5 days, with typically 41mm (1.61") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 198.8 rainfall days, and 634mm (24.96") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Vlissingen, snow does not fall in April through October.

Sea temperature

In May, the average sea temperature in Vlissingen is 12.1°C (53.8°F).
Note: In 12.1°C (53.8°F), cold shock and rapid breathing can occur when swimming at temperatures below 10°C (50°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 15h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 21:09. On the last day of May, in Vlissingen, Netherlands, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 21:52 CEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Vlissingen is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Vlissingen?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Vlissingen, is 14.8°C (58.6°F) and the average low-temperature is 10.1°C (50.2°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Vlissingen?

In May, the average relative humidity in Vlissingen, Netherlands, is 77%.

How much does it rain in Vlissingen in May?

In Vlissingen, during May, the rain falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 41mm (1.61") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Vlissingen?

April through October are months without snowfall in Vlissingen, Netherlands.

What is the sea water temperature in May in Vlissingen?

In May, the average sea temperature in Vlissingen, Netherlands, is 12.1°C (53.8°F). Swimming in 12.1°C (53.8°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 Vlissingen have in May?

In Vlissingen, Netherlands, the average day length in May is 15h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Vlissingen?

On the first day of May in Vlissingen, Netherlands, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 21:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 21:52 CEST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Vlissingen?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Vlissingen is 8.8h.

How high is the UV index in May in Vlissingen?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Vlissingen is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Vlissingen, Netherlands

Average temperature in May - Vlissingen, Netherlands
  • Average high temperature in May: 14.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (20.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 10.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (16.2°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (3.4°C).

Average pressure in May
Vlissingen, Netherlands

Average pressure in May - Vlissingen, Netherlands
  • Average pressure in May: 1016.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.6mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Vlissingen, Netherlands

Average wind speed in May - Vlissingen, Netherlands
  • Average wind speed in May: 17km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (25.1km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are April and July (16.7km/h).

Average humidity in May
Vlissingen, Netherlands

Average humidity in May - Vlissingen, Netherlands
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, August and September (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Vlissingen, Netherlands

Average rainfall in May - Vlissingen, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall in May: 41mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (73mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (24mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Vlissingen, Netherlands

Average rainfall days in May - Vlissingen, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (12.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Vlissingen, Netherlands

Average snowfall in May - Vlissingen, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (20mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Vlissingen, Netherlands

Average snowfall days in May - Vlissingen, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Vlissingen, Netherlands

Average sea temperature in May - Vlissingen, Netherlands
  • Average sea temperature in May: 12.1°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (18.4°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February and March (7.2°C).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Vlissingen, Netherlands

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Vlissingen, Netherlands

Average sunshine days in May - Vlissingen, Netherlands
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (7.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Vlissingen, Netherlands

Average UV index in May - Vlissingen, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Vlissingen, Netherlands

Average cloud cover in May - Vlissingen, Netherlands
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in May
Vlissingen, Netherlands

Average visibility in May - Vlissingen, 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).

Vlissingen, Netherlands

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