Amsterdam · May
Run in the morning.
Cool month: average high 62°F, low 48°F. Humidity averages 76% — the limiting factor on most runs. Expect 17 rain days — plan around the radar. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
Avg high / low
62° / 48°F
Humidity
76%
Rain days
17/mo
Wind
13 mph
What May feels like in Amsterdam
Sunrise
05:44
Mid-month average
Sunset
21:30
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Amsterdam in May
The kit for May in Amsterdam: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
May vs the surrounding months
vs April
+7° avg high
+2 rain days
Amsterdam in April →
May
62°F avg high
17 rain days
Best: morning
vs June
-7° avg high
+1 rain days
Amsterdam in June →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Amsterdam in May?+
Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
What's the average temperature in Amsterdam in May?+
Average high 62°F, average low 48°F.
How does May compare to surrounding months in Amsterdam?+
Compared to April (avg high 56°F), May is warmer. Compared to June (avg high 69°F), May is cooler.
Does it rain often in Amsterdam in May?+
Expect about 17 measurable rain days in May, on average.