Monthly climate guide
Amsterdam weather in May
May in Amsterdam is typically mild, with average daytime highs around 16°C (62°F) and night-time lows near 9°C (49°F). The month usually brings about 52 mm of rain (some rain) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 3°C warmer than April and 3°C cooler than June.
What stands out in May
- Comfortable temperatures make it easy to walk between Rijksmuseum and Anne Frank House.
- Skies are at their clearest this time of year.
- Seasonally, May counts as late spring in Amsterdam.
- Just 30 km apart, but Amsterdam runs about 3°C warmer than Zandvoort this month.
Avg high
16°C
62°F
Avg low
9°C
49°F
Rainfall
52 mm
some rain
Humidity
79%
relative
Sky
66%
cloud · often cloudy
Amsterdam weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C / 42°F | 2°C / 35°F | 74 mm | 91% | 79% |
| February | 6°C / 43°F | 1°C / 34°F | 58 mm | 89% | 74% |
| March | 9°C / 48°F | 3°C / 37°F | 47 mm | 86% | 69% |
| April | 13°C / 55°F | 6°C / 42°F | 38 mm | 80% | 65% |
| May | 16°C / 62°F | 9°C / 49°F | 52 mm | 79% | 66% |
| June | 19°C / 67°F | 13°C / 55°F | 72 mm | 79% | 71% |
| July | 21°C / 70°F | 15°C / 58°F | 76 mm | 78% | 69% |
| August | 21°C / 71°F | 15°C / 59°F | 78 mm | 79% | 67% |
| September | 19°C / 65°F | 12°C / 54°F | 67 mm | 81% | 66% |
| October | 15°C / 58°F | 9°C / 49°F | 82 mm | 86% | 73% |
| November | 10°C / 49°F | 6°C / 42°F | 66 mm | 91% | 77% |
| December | 7°C / 45°F | 4°C / 39°F | 86 mm | 92% | 81% |
What to pack for May
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is May a good time to visit Amsterdam?
Our Amsterdam guide recommends: April for tulip season, or May to September for the mildest, driest weather.
Book Anne Frank House and Rijksmuseum tickets online well in advance — both regularly sell out, especially in summer.
Best time to visit Amsterdam →Other Netherlands cities in May
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Amsterdam in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Amsterdam?
Yes. May is one of the best months for Amsterdam, with highs around 16°C and about 52 mm of rain.
How warm is Amsterdam in May?
Average highs are about 16°C (62°F) and average lows about 9°C (49°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Amsterdam in May?
Amsterdam typically gets around 52 mm of rain in May — some rain.
When is the best time to visit Amsterdam?
April for tulip season, or May to September for the mildest, driest weather.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Amsterdam (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.