Alkmaar in May
6.5out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Cool: highs only around 14°C. Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days.
14°CAvg high
10°CAvg low
10Rainy days (50 mm)
15:32 hDaylight
05:51Sunrise · 21:23 Sunset
Why this score
- Cool: highs only around 14°C
- Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±3.7 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C | 3°C | 68 mm | 14 | – | – | 4.7 |
| February | 6°C | 3°C | 53 mm | 11 | – | – | 5.0 |
| March | 8°C | 4°C | 48 mm | 11 | – | – | 5.4 |
| April | 11°C | 7°C | 38 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.1 |
| May | 14°C | 10°C | 50 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.5 |
| June | 17°C | 13°C | 55 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.8 |
| July | 19°C | 15°C | 67 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.0 |
| August | 20°C | 16°C | 85 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.0 |
| September | 17°C | 14°C | 83 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.6 |
| October | 14°C | 10°C | 91 mm | 14 | – | – | 5.8 |
| November | 10°C | 7°C | 79 mm | 15 | – | – | 5.1 |
| December | 7°C | 4°C | 79 mm | 15 | – | – | 4.7 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Alkmaar in May?
Daytime highs average 14°C and nights about 10°C.
When is the best time to visit Alkmaar?
The best months are July, August, June, September.